English idiom

take a dim view of

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Figurative meaning

To judge something negatively or regard it with doubt or disapproval.

Word picture

Disapproval is pictured as looking at something through weak, unfavorable light.

Example

“The committee takes a dim view of applicants who hide relevant experience.”

Dictionary details

Component words

dim view

Tags

Expressions connected by reviewed component words or topic tags.

take it or leave it

accept an offer exactly as presented or reject it entirely

cut and dried

fully settled and clear, with little room for debate or alteration

not on your life

used to refuse a suggestion in the strongest possible terms

out of the question

completely impossible or not permitted

sign on the dotted line

to commit yourself formally by signing an agreement

fair game

a person or thing considered an acceptable target for pursuit or criticism

Source methodology

Meanings, register, CEFR, and examples come from the reviewed dictionary record. Expression notes may describe a reviewed present-day word picture or a background note; they are not presented as verified etymology.

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