as in darkened
being without light or without much light
a dimmed lounge where students like to rest and sleep
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as in obscured
to make dark, dim, or indistinct
the storm clouds dimmed our view of the city from the airplane
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Recent Examples of dimmed
Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 6 Aug. 2025
Jordan Michelman, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025
She’s also shared that seeing Kelce move on publicly hasn’t dimmed her own light.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 3 Sep. 2025
As the ovation surpassed 20 minutes, and in a clear effort to get the room to disperse, the lights were dimmed in the theatre.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 3 Sep. 2025
The star power of the Valkyries’ final homestand has dimmed, but the excitement of a stunning playoff push remains bright and unabated.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 31 Aug. 2025
His winning streak has barely dimmed in the decade since.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
This causes the moon to appear darker or dimmed.
—Gina Park, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2025
After the celebrations ended and the spotlights dimmed, a confidence, an expectation of success, has followed many of the Trumbull players these last 36 years.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 21 Aug. 2025
Signees to Wayne’s storied record label grabbed the spotlight as the big boss disappeared, promoting their newest singles as enthusiasm dimmed.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 18 Aug. 2025
Adjective
For many of us, stemmed crystal sparkled under the dimmed light of a breakfront while a collection of coffee mugs were stacked gingerly on top of each other in a shuttered cabinet.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 6 Aug. 2025
Verb
As for me, whatever posturing impulse had compelled my attendance at the 10-year had dimmed considerably.
—Jordan Michelman, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025
She’s also shared that seeing Kelce move on publicly hasn’t dimmed her own light.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 3 Sep. 2025
As the ovation surpassed 20 minutes, and in a clear effort to get the room to disperse, the lights were dimmed in the theatre.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 3 Sep. 2025
The star power of the Valkyries’ final homestand has dimmed, but the excitement of a stunning playoff push remains bright and unabated.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 31 Aug. 2025
His winning streak has barely dimmed in the decade since.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
This causes the moon to appear darker or dimmed.
—Gina Park, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2025
After the celebrations ended and the spotlights dimmed, a confidence, an expectation of success, has followed many of the Trumbull players these last 36 years.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 21 Aug. 2025
Signees to Wayne’s storied record label grabbed the spotlight as the big boss disappeared, promoting their newest singles as enthusiasm dimmed.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 18 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dimmed
Verb
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From New Zealand, up to 73% of the sun will be obscured at sunrise.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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In those interviews, the faces of victims were obscured to protect their identities.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Interestingly, Lorraine has taught Judy to ward off her frightening visions by using a nursery rhyme, effectively teaching her to suppress her dark side.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The Dolphins wear white jerseys at home for afternoon games, forcing opponents to wear darker colors that absorb more heat.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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That means the blood-red moon will climb above the eastern horizon already darkened, creating a dramatic but challenging sight.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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But over the years, his halcyon memories of swimming there with family and friends have darkened to a cold, isolated present.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Usually, Meghan has posted photos of their children with their faces blurred out, or in poses where their face is unseen.—
StyleCaster Editors,
StyleCaster,
5 Sep. 2025
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Ratti’s brand of optimism has always blurred the line between big data and surveillance, and, as a robotics pioneer, he’s also long gravitated toward the post-human, the dream of a world made and managed by machines.—
Kate Wagner,
Curbed,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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His awkward body language and soft gaze exhibit a boyish tenderness, clouded only by the erratic outbursts of his condition.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
31 Aug. 2025
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The better-than-expected results were clouded by concerns over Nvidia's future in China.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Currently, according to Applebee's website, menu items include bourbon street chicken and shrimp, hot honey glazed chicken and blackened Cajun salmon.—
Cathy Kozlowicz,
jsonline.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Video of the aftermath showed only debris from the collision and the ground blackened as though from a large explosion or fire.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
1 Sep. 2025
Verb
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However, this year, the spectacle was overshadowed by controversy when videos surfaced of tourists leaving their vehicles and crowding dangerously close to the animals in order to get the best pictures and videos.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Compelling as that is, the mystery of Roman's whereabouts is nearly overshadowed by the arrival of a serial killer that's equal parts Jigsaw and the Riddler.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Dimmed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dimmed. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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