1. to remove mythical or legendary elements from (a story, belief, or figure); to explain or interpret in rational or historical terms rather than as myth
Usage: British spelling (American: demythologizes); third-person singular present tense; often used in academic or theological contexts

Examples

• The historian demythologises the legend of King Arthur by examining archaeological evidence.
• Modern scholars demythologise ancient religious texts to understand their historical context.
• The documentary demythologises popular misconceptions about the founding fathers.
• She demythologises the superhero narrative by showing the character's ordinary human struggles.
• The professor demythologises the romantic notion of the Wild West through primary sources.
• Critics argue that the film demythologises a beloved cultural icon.