Debunked
Pronunciation: /dɪˈbʌŋkt/
Debunked (adj)
- Shown to be untrue after careful checking, so people stop believing it.
- Proved wrong by evidence, especially when a story or belief has been treated as fact.
Debunked (adjective)
Examples
- The false claim was debunked after the evidence was reviewed.
- Her rumor was debunked when the facts were checked.