Dimly

/ˈdɪm.li/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a way that is not bright or clear; faintly.

The room was dimly lit by a single bulb hanging from the ceiling.

In a manner that is not easily seen or perceived; obscured.

She could dimly remember her childhood days spent at the beach.

In a manner that lacks understanding or insight.

He dimly grasped the concept, but struggled to explain it to others.

From the word 'dim' with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

dimly lit

Illuminated with a low intensity of light.

dimly aware

Having a slight or unclear awareness of something.

dim

To make or become less bright.

dimness

The condition of being dim.

Not very bright in intelligence.

That idea was pretty dimly thought out.

Unclear or confusing situation.

The instructions were a bit dimly put together.