demythologisation

[US]/[ˈdiːmɪθəˌlɒdʒɪˈzeɪʃ(ən)]/
[UK]/[ˌdiːmɪθəˈlɒdʒɪˈzeɪʃ(ən)]/

Translation

n.The process of stripping away mythical or legendary elements from a story, belief, or institution.; The act of removing mythical or legendary elements.
v.To remove mythical or legendary elements from something.
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Phrases & Collocations

demythologisation process

facilitating demythologisation

historical demythologisation

demythologisation efforts

ongoing demythologisation

critical demythologisation

post-demythologisation analysis

demythologisation studies

initial demythologisation

political demythologisation

Example Sentences

the academic rigorously pursued the demythologisation of ancient folklore.

a key goal of the project was the demythologisation of the company's history.

the film aimed to offer a nuanced demythologisation of the legendary hero.

through careful research, they began the demythologisation of the founding myth.

the historian advocated for a thorough demythologisation of national narratives.

the play involved a satirical demythologisation of popular cultural icons.

the journalist's work focused on the demythologisation of political figures.

the process of demythologisation requires critical analysis and evidence.

the book provides a compelling demythologisation of the american dream.

the essay explored the challenges of demythologisation in a polarized society.

the artist's work often features a playful demythologisation of traditional symbols.

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