Disabuse

/ˌdɪsəˈbyuz/ verb

To free someone from a mistaken belief or false impression; to correct someone's misconceptions by providing accurate information.

From French 'désabuser,' from 'dés-' (removal) and 'abuser' (to deceive). The word literally means to remove the deception or false belief that someone has been carrying.

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