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dimming

/ˈdɪmɪŋ/

dimmingnoun

dimmings

Translations

затемнение

The dimming of the lights created a cozy atmosphere.

Затемнение света создало уютную атмосферу.

Additional translations

приглушение

ослабление

Definitions

The process of making or becoming less bright or intense.

The dimming of the lights created a cozy atmosphere in the room.

A reduction in the brightness of a light source, often used in the context of lighting systems.

The dimming of the streetlights at night helps to conserve energy.

Synonyms

dimminggerund / present participle

/ˈdɪmɪŋ/

Used attributively before nouns to describe devices or states that reduce brightness (e.g., "dimming switch").

Definitions

Becoming less bright or intense; reducing brightness.

The dimming sky signaled the approach of evening.

Synonyms

growing dim

dimverb

dimming

Gerund

dimmed

Past Simple

dimmed

Past Participle

dimming

Gerund

/dɪm/

Translations

тускнеть

The lights began to dim as the movie started.

Огни начали тускнеть, когда начался фильм.

затемнять

He used curtains to dim the room for the presentation.

Он использовал шторы, чтобы затемнить комнату для презентации.

Additional translations

умирать

Definitions

To make or become less bright or distinct.

The lights began to dim as the movie started.

To make or become less intense or strong.

Her enthusiasm dimmed after hearing the disappointing news.

Synonyms

Antonyms

dimnoun

Definitions

A low level of light; partial darkness.

We could barely see in the dim of the tunnel.

A person considered unintelligent or slow-witted (informal).

Don’t be such a dim—think before you speak.

dimadjective

Definitions

Not bright or clear; lacking in light or illumination.

The room was dim, with only a small lamp providing a faint glow.

Not clearly perceived or understood; vague.

He had only a dim recollection of the events from last night.

Not very intelligent or quick to understand; dull-witted.

Despite his dim reputation, he managed to solve the puzzle quickly.

Not strong or intense; faint or weak.

There was a dim hope that the weather would clear up by the afternoon.