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DIMMER

(noun, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Dimmer.

Dimmer - as a noun

A rheostat that varies the current through an electric light in order to control the level of illumination

Dimmer - as an adjective

Not bright or colorful.

Example: "The lighting was too dim for me to make out his facial features."

Not smart or intelligent.

Example: "He may be a bit dim, but he's not stupid."

Indistinct, hazy or unclear.

Example: "His vision grew dimmer as he aged."

Disapproving, unfavorable: rarely used outside the phrase take a dim view of.

Lessened, reduced

Example: "The diminished roman empire never recovered from the sack of rome."

Made to seem less important, impressive, or valuable

Example: "She felt diminished by the report card."

Reduced by a semitone

Example Sentences

"I need to buy a new dimmer for the living room."
"The dimmer on my bedroom light is not working properly."
"You can adjust the brightness with a dimmer switch."
"She prefers using a dimmer in the dining area for a cozy ambiance."
"The dimmer control is located on the wall next to the door."
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Word Game Points

Is DIMMER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dimmer is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DIMMER has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is DIMMER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dimmer is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DIMMER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is DIMMER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dimmer is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DIMMER has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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