dimmed Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb switch (a car's headlights) from a higher to a lower beam
   dim; dip.
   
2. verb become dim or lusterless
   dim.
   
   • the lights dimmed and the curtain rose
3. verb make dim or lusterless
   dim.
   
   • Time had dimmed the silver
4. verb make dim by comparison or conceal
   blind; dim.
   
5. verb become vague or indistinct
   slur; dim; blur.
   
   • The distinction between the two theories blurred
6. adjective made dim or less bright
   dim.
   
   • the dimmed houselights brought a hush of anticipation
   • dimmed headlights
   • we like dimmed lights when we have dinner

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