Meaning of the word dimness in English

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dimness

US /ˈdɪm.nəs/
UK /ˈdɪm.nəs/

Noun

1.

the state or quality of being dim; faintness of light

Example:
The dimness of the room made it hard to read.
We adjusted to the sudden dimness as the sun set.
2.

a lack of intelligence or understanding

Example:
His dimness on the subject was evident during the discussion.
Despite his occasional dimness, he was a kind person.