dimly
Definition
Adverb 1. With a faint or weak light; not brightly. 2. In a way that is not clear, vivid, or distinct; faintly or vaguely. 3. In a manner that lacks intensity, vitality, or enthusiasm.
Usage and Examples
- The lamp glowed dimly in the corner, casting long shadows.
- She could only dimly recall the events of that night; the memory was very faint.
- The proposal was dimly received by the committee, showing their lack of enthusiasm.
Advanced Usage
- "dimly lit": A common collocation describing a space illuminated with faint light.
- The restaurant was cozy but dimly lit.
- "dimly aware/conscious": Used to describe a very faint or subconscious understanding.
- He was only dimly aware of the noise outside.
Variants and Related Words
- Dim (adjective): Not bright or clear; faint.
- Dim (verb): To make or become less bright or distinct.
- Dimness (noun): The state or quality of being dim.
Synonyms
- Faintly: In a way that is barely perceptible.
- Weakly: With little strength or intensity.
- Vaguely: In a way that is unclear or indefinite.
- Indistinctly: Not clearly defined or separable.
Antonyms
- Brightly: With a strong or shining light.
- Clearly: In a way that is easy to see, hear, or understand.
- Vividly: In a way that produces powerful feelings or clear images.
Related Phrases and Idioms
- To see dimly through a glass: An allusion (often "through a glass, darkly") meaning to understand imperfectly or obscurely.
- We understand the past only dimly, as if seeing through a fog.
Adverb
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with a dim light
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a dimly lit room
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in a manner lacking interest or vitality
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a palely entertaining show
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in a dim indistinct manner
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we perceived the change only dimly
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