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adjective

Definition of bedimmednext
as in blackened

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verb

past tense of bedim
as in obscured
to make dark, dim, or indistinct the view from the mountain's summit is often bedimmed by haze

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bedimmed
  1. blackened
  2. obscured
  3. dusky
  4. clouded
  5. dim
  6. misty
  7. obscure
Adjective
  • In its time open, fueled by fans of its blackened mahi and buttery lobster rolls, owner Mike Smith has expanded his footprint, moving into a larger stall in the popular food hall — which has allowed for a menu expansion, as well.
    Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2022
  • There are no glamorous furnishings — just a French window, its blackened panes suggesting the dark of night.
    Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2022
Definition of blackened
Verb
  • Upload another holiday album full of pictures where her left hand is hidden or obscured.
    Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 27 Dec. 2024
  • But it has been largely obscured by the perpetual closeness of statewide elections here, and the fact that Democrats have been winning them more often than losing them.
    Craig Gilbert, Journal Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of obscured
Adjective
  • The former features glimmering, creamy shades of pink, gold, and red, while the latter offers a mix of lilac, dusky pink, and silver hues.
    Jenny Berg, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
  • Associate test kitchen manager Inés Anguiano praised its delicate coffee flavor, while Shilpa complimented its dusky raisin note.
    Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of dusky
Verb
  • The initial impression of prestige clouded critical considerations like fit, costs and expertise needed to address your challenges.
    Shanna Apitz, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
  • From my own personal trauma and experiences hearing false accusations about him all the time clouded my judgement and got the best of me.
    Liza Esquibias, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of clouded
Adjective
  • Most celestial objects, such as distant galaxies, nebulae and stars, emit very dim light.
    Jess Thomson, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Anxious evacuees stood in the lobby lit by dim emergency power – their pets, bags, and children in tow.
    Francine Kiefer, The Christian Science Monitor, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of dim
Adjective
  • This is partially because the lungs breathe out moisture in misty breaths.
    Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
  • His eyes had turned misty at the memory of his mother’s words.
    Anna Russell, The New Yorker, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of misty
Adjective
  • In 2019, creative director Michael Goldberg stumbled upon an obscure website reference to Luna Luna, and spearheaded the effort to resurrect the art-adventure park, enlisting Canadian rapper, singer, and actor Drake, who invested $100 million with his entertainment company, DreamCrew.
    Natasha Gural, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
  • In between catchy dances and obscure trends, TikTok has become a life-changing platform for many.
    Sara Belcher, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of obscure
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