debunks (Meaning)

debunks

to expose the falseness in, to expose the sham (see sham entry 1 sense 2) or falseness of

The recent study debunks the myth that coffee stunts growth.
The scientist's research debunks the long-held belief that the Earth is flat.
The documentary debunks the conspiracy theory that the moon landing was faked.
The investigation debunks the allegations of misconduct levied against the politician.
The expert testimony debunks the argument that climate change is not a significant threat.
The journalist's article debunks the viral hoax about a dangerous new vaccine.
The professor's lecture debunks the misconceptions surrounding the role of genetics in human behavior.
The researcher's findings debunk the notion that a particular diet can cure all diseases.
The historian's book debunks the romanticized version of history that is often presented in popular culture.
The comedian's routine debunks the stereotypes associated with certain professions.

to expose the falseness in, to expose the sham (see sham entry 1 sense 2) or falseness of

refutes, falsifies, belies, challenges, overturns, rebuts,disproves, discredits, discusses, overthrows

establishes, supports, verifies, shows, witnesses, proves, validates,confirms, certifies, evidences

The recent study debunks the myth that coffee stunts growth.

The scientist's research debunks the long-held belief that the Earth is flat.

The documentary debunks the conspiracy theory that the moon landing was faked.

The investigation debunks the allegations of misconduct levied against the politician.