dim — Not bright or well-lit; lacking in light or clarity. Can also mean not clear or distinct to the mind.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Not bright or well-lit; lacking in light or clarity. Can also mean not clear or distinct to the mind.
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪm/
Example Sentences
- My chances of passing the exam look pretty dim after sleeping through all the lectures.
- The restaurant's dim atmosphere was perfect for their romantic dinner date.
- He's so dim that he tried to put his contact lenses in upside down.
dim
ADJECTIVE[/dɪm/]
Not bright or well-lit; lacking in light or clarity. Can also mean not clear or distinct to the mind.
Not bright or well-lit; lacking in light or clarity. Can also mean not clear or distinct to the mind.
In the dim light, a whim reveals something grim!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'dimm' meaning 'dark, gloomy, or obscure.' This word comes from an ancient Germanic root shared across many related languages, making it one of English's oldest basic vocabulary words.
Breakdown
dim (Germanic root meaning 'dark' or 'obscure' - no prefix or suffix, just the pure ancient root)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My chances of passing the exam look pretty dim after sleeping through all the lectures.”
“The restaurant's dim atmosphere was perfect for their romantic dinner date.”
“He's so dim that he tried to put his contact lenses in upside down.”
“As the sun set, the sky gradually dimmed to a deep purple.”
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