desencantar
[deh-zehn-kahn-TAHR]
verb
to disenchant; to break a spell; to disappoint
1. To remove a magical spell or enchantment from someone or something
The wizard helped to disenchant the cursed castle.
O mago ajudou a desencantar o castelo amaldiçoado.
2. To cause disappointment; to disillusion someone about something they believed in
The truth about the scandal disenchanted many supporters.
A verdade sobre o escândalo desencantou muitos apoiadores.
3. To lose charm or appeal; to become less attractive or interesting
The movie didn't disenchant me, but it was predictable.
O filme não me desencantou, mas foi previsível.
NYC Slang
to kill the vibe; to harsh someone's mellow
Related Idioms & Phrases
desencantar-se de alguém - to become disillusioned with someone
desencantar-se da vida - to lose hope or enthusiasm for life
estar desencantado(a) - to be disillusioned or disappointed
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