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The lamp was too dim for reading.
What does Dim mean?
Dim means not very bright.
Dictionary definition
Not bright; giving little light.
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A dim hallway can feel spooky in a story.
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The stars looked dim behind the clouds.
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What does dim mean?
Dim means not very bright.
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Which choice is closest in meaning to dim?
The choice "faint" is closest in meaning because dim means not very bright.
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Which choice is the best antonym or contrast for dim?
The choice "bright" is a strong contrast because dim means not very bright.
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MeaningDim means not very bright.
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noun
dims
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Hint for students
Dim means not bright or only partly lit. It can also mean hard to see or remember clearly.
Common mix-up
Dim is not the same as dark. Dim means there is a little light; dark means little or no light.
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Write one sentence that shows dim without using the word dim. Model sentence: Only a weak lamp lit the hallway, so the corners were hard to see. Clue words: weak lamp, lit, hard to see Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show low light, not complete darkness?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: 'The room was dim after the candle went out.' Why does dim fit better than bright?
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