1. to make something go away, especially a doubt, fear, or false belief
Usage: transitive

Examples

• The teacher’s explanation helped dispel the students’ confusion about the math problem.
• She tried to dispel his fears about the upcoming surgery.
• The new evidence dispelled any doubts about his innocence.
• The bright lights dispelled the darkness in the room.
• His calm words dispelled the tension in the meeting.
• The facts presented will dispel these harmful myths.
• A good night’s sleep helped dispel her worries.