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dim

Pronunciation: [dɪm]

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Learn how to use dim in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “brightness”

(adjective) when something gives off little light or isn't very bright. Think of a room where the lights are turned down low. It's hard to see things clearly.

Example

The dim light made the room feel cozy and calm.

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The room was too bright for my liking; I prefer it when it's dim.

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Why is the light in here so dim?

Context: “light”

(verb) to make something less bright or to turn down the brightness. Imagine turning down the brightness on a lamp so the room becomes darker.

Example

She decided to dim the lights for movie night.

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He didn't dim the lights, so the room stayed bright.

Example

Can you dim the lights a little more?

Context: “knowledge”

(verb) to make someone less intelligent or aware. This means someone might forget things or understand things poorly.

Example

Studying helped him learn, but too much TV dimmed his understanding of math.

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Spending time with negative influences won't dim your potential; it should inspire you.

Example

Do video games dim a child's ability to concentrate?

How to pronounce dim

Pronunciation: [dɪm]

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