Pronunciation

/dɪm/

Definitions

• Adjective: 1. Having little light or brightness; dark or shadowy. “The room was dimly lit.”
• Verb: To make less bright or clear; to dim. “She dimmed the lights before settling in to read.”
• Adverb: In a dim manner; not brightly. “He spoke softly and dimly.”

Phrases

• “In a dim light” describes a situation where it’s not well illuminated.
• “Dimming the screen” is the act of reducing the brightness on a display device.
• “A dim memory” refers to a vague or unclear recollection.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The old man had trouble seeing in the dimness of the candlelight.”
• Verb: “She dimmed the dashboard lights to avoid distractions while driving.”
• Adverb: “He whispered his answer dimly, barely audible.”

Synonyms

• Faint
• Shadowy
• Hazy
• Indistinct
• Dull

Antonyms

• Bright
• Luminous
• Clear
• Vivid