Dimly Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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dimly

[ˈdɪmli ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adverb

in a faint or weak manner

Dimly means in a faint or weak manner. It is used to describe a lack of brightness or clarity, often implying a sense of obscurity or vagueness.

Synonyms

faintly, obscurely, weakly.

Examples of usage

  • She could dimly make out the shape of a figure in the distance.
  • The memory of that day lingered dimly in the back of his mind.
  • The street lamps cast a dimly lit glow over the deserted alley.
  • He gazed dimly at the old photograph, trying to remember the moment it captured.
  • The stars shone dimly through the thick blanket of clouds.

Translations

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Origin of 'dimly'

The word 'dimly' has Middle English origins, derived from the Old English word 'dim', meaning 'dark' or 'gloomy'. Over time, the adverb 'dimly' came to be used to describe a lack of brightness or clarity. It has been used in English literature for centuries to evoke a sense of mystery or vagueness in descriptions.


See also: dimmed, dimness, dimwit.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,532, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.