Definition of dim

• superl. - Not bright or distinct; wanting luminousness or clearness; obscure in luster or sound; dusky; darkish; obscure; indistinct; overcast; tarnished.
• superl. - Of obscure vision; not seeing clearly; hence, dull of apprehension; of weak perception; obtuse.
• v. t. - To render dim, obscure, or dark; to make less bright or distinct; to take away the luster of; to darken; to dull; to obscure; to eclipse.
• v. t. - To deprive of distinct vision; to hinder from seeing clearly, either by dazzling or clouding the eyes; to darken the senses or understanding of.
• v. i. - To grow dim.