demythologized
/diːˌmɪθɑːləˈdʒaɪzd/
verb
- Past tense of demythologize: to remove the mythical or legendary elements from something, making it more factual or realistic.
- The historian demythologized the story of the ancient king by revealing the true events.
- Her biography demythologized the famous singer, showing her struggles and flaws.
- The documentary demythologized the idea that the forest was haunted.
adjective
- Having had myths or false beliefs removed; presented in a realistic, factual way.
- The film offered a demythologized view of the Wild West.
- Students read a demythologized account of the explorer's journey.
- The demythologized version of the legend was less exciting but more accurate.