dispelled

VERB

drive away thought, belief

Synonyms

STRONGEST

allay chase away dismiss disperse dissipate eliminate resolve

STRONG

banish cancel crumble deploy disband disintegrate distribute eject expel oust repel rout scatter scramble

WEAK

beat off break it up break up bust up split up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

accept collect gather keep welcome

STRONG

allow hold permit take in

WEAK

accumulate garner recall

Example Sentences

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But "lawmakers are not fooled", said Iteanu, as enthusiasm for AI has not dispelled public wariness about its potential consequences.

From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026

The ‘CBS Mornings’ co-host dispelled rumors of a possible departure, staying with the network amid a broader overhaul.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

In a recent blog post, Yardeni characterizes the current worries as ”AI derangement,” a fear that eventually will be dispelled.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 1, 2026

Mr Edonmi's sister, Kemi, paid tribute to the pair online and dispelled local reports that the men had been drinking.

From BBC • Jul. 19, 2025

This illusion, or hope of one, was dispelled as her eyes adjusted to the gloom.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan