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Meaning of dimness
The state of being dim, lacking brightness or clarity
Etymology of dimness
The word "dimness" originates from the Old English word "dim(m)" meaning "partial darkness" or "gloom"
The word is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "dimiz" and the Proto-Indo-European root "dhem-" which meant "to blow" or "to smoke"
The word has been used in the English language since the 9th century to describe a state of partial darkness or lack of clarity
Synonyms
darkness
gloom
gloominess
murk
murkiness
obscurity
faintness
indistinctness
vagueness
unclearness
cloudiness
haziness
fogginess
mistiness
dullness
dullness of mind
mental dullness
stupidity
foolishness
ignorance
unawareness
blindness
dim-wittedness
obtuseness
slowness
sluggishness
lethargy
torpor
somnolence
drowsiness
sleepiness
haze
blur
bluriness
faintness of outline
Definitions
- The state of being partially or totally dark
- * Lack of brightness or clarity
- * A state of being unclear or difficult to understand
Usage Examples
- The dimness of the room made it difficult to read
- * The dimness of her eyes was a sign of her tiredness
- * The dimness of the concept made it hard to understand
Antonyms
brightness
light
luminosity
radiance
glow
shine
clarity
distinctness
clearness
sharpness
brilliance
intensity
vividness
vibrancy
illumination
enlightenment
awareness
perception
understanding
intelligence
cleverness
wisdom