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Unmask vs Demystify - What's the difference?

unmask | demystify |

In transitive terms the difference between unmask and demystify

is that unmask is to expose, or reveal the true character of someone while demystify is to remove the mystery from something; to explain or clarify.

unmask

English

Alternative forms

* unmasque (archaic)

Verb

(en verb)
  • To remove a mask from someone.
  • To expose, or reveal the true character of someone.
  • To remove one's mask.

    • demystify

    English

    Verb

    (en-verb)
  • To remove the mystery from something; to explain or clarify.
    • The article was written to demystify the mechanics of the internal combustion engine.

    Derived terms

    * demystification * demystifier