Definitions

1. verb

to remove or drive away (something unpleasant or unwanted)

“The fresh air helped to dispell the gloom that had settled over the town.”

2. verb

to explain or make clear (a mystery or an obscure matter)

“The detective worked to dispell the rumors surrounding the crime scene.”

3. noun

a dispelling

“The dispell of the fog was a welcome sight for the travelers.”

4. verb

(archaic) to drive away, especially by magical means

“The wizard attempted to dispell the evil spirits from the village.”