What does "deprogram" mean?

To counteract the effects of previous programming or brainwashing, especially in an attempt to persuade (a person) to abandon allegiance to a cult.

What is a synonym for "deprogram"?

Common synonyms include: deindoctrinate, unbrainwash, uninstall.

verb

verb ·3 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Verb

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To counteract the effects of previous programming or brainwashing, especially in an attempt to persuade (a person) to abandon allegiance to a cult. transitive

From de- + program.