dimmed

(verb) switch (a car's headlights) from a higher to a lower beam. Synonyms: dim, dip.

(verb) become dim or lusterless. Synonyms: dim. Example: "The lights dimmed and the curtain rose."

(verb) make dim or lusterless. Synonyms: dim. Example: "Time had dimmed the silver."

(verb) make dim by comparison or conceal. Synonyms: blind, dim.

(verb) become vague or indistinct. Synonyms: blur, dim, slur. Example: "The distinction between the two theories blurred."

(adj) made dim or less bright. Synonyms: dimmed (vs. undimmed), dim. Examples: "The dimmed houselights brought a hush of anticipation." "Dimmed headlights." "We like dimmed lights when we have dinner."