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."
Word Game Points
Is DIMMER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dimmer is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordDIMMER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is DIMMER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dimmer is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDIMMER has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.