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slow vs dim

dim vs slow

slow and dim both are adjectives.

slow and dim both are verbs.

slow is an adverb but dim is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
slow No Yes Yes Yes
dim No Yes Yes No
As adjectives, slow and dim are synonyms defined as:
  • slow and dim: slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity
Other synonyms of slow include dense, dull, dumb, obtuse.
slow (adjective) dim (adjective)
not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time made dim or less bright
at a slow tempo lacking in light; not bright or harsh
(used of timepieces) indicating a time earlier than the correct time offering little or no hope
(of business) not active or brisk lacking clarity or distinctness
slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity
so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness
slow (verb) dim (verb)
lose velocity; move more slowly make dim or lusterless
become slow or slower become dim or lusterless
cause to proceed more slowly make dim by comparison or conceal
become vague or indistinct
switch (a car's headlights) from a higher to a lower beam
slow (adverb) dim (adverb)
without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly')
showing a time that is earlier than the actual time
Difference between slow and dim

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