dim

B2
Pronunciation
/dɪm/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Dimness.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To make something less bright.

Example Sentences
  • He dimmed the lights and put on soft music.
2 Definition

To become darker.

Example Sentences
  • The lights dimmed briefly when the air conditioning was turned on.
3 Definition

To render dim, obscure, or dark; to make less bright or distinct

4 Definition

To deprive of distinct vision; to hinder from seeing clearly, either by dazzling or clouding the eyes; to darken the senses or understanding of.

Adjective
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

Not bright or colorful.

Example Sentences
  • The lighting was too dim for me to make out his facial features.
2 Definition

Not smart or intelligent.

Example Sentences
  • He may be a bit dim, but he's not stupid.
3 Definition

Indistinct, hazy or unclear.

Example Sentences
  • His vision grew dimmer as he aged.
4 Definition

Disapproving, unfavorable: rarely used outside the phrase take a dim view of.

5 Definition

Lessened, reduced

Example Sentences
  • The diminished Roman Empire never recovered from the sack of Rome.
6 Definition

Made to seem less important, impressive, or valuable

Example Sentences
  • She felt diminished by the report card.
7 Definition

Reduced by a semitone