disentrain

/dɪsˈɛnθrɔl/

Definitions

1. verb

to free from a spell or enchantment; to interest or fascinate someone so thoroughly that they become completely absorbed in something

“The book’s intricate plot and vivid characters managed to disenthrall the reader for hours.”

2. verb

to free from an illusion or misconception

“The facts finally disenthrall her from her mistaken assumptions about the company’s financial health.”

3. noun

the state of being free from illusions or misconceptions

“Her newfound insight brought a sense of disenthrallment, allowing her to approach the problem with a clearer mind.”

Synonyms

  • enfranchise
  • free

Antonyms

  • delude
  • ensnare