NichiDict

くすむ

[kusumu]

Meanings

1.GodanIntransitive

to be dark; to be dull

2.GodanIntransitive

to be unassuming; to be inconspicuous; to not stand out

Examples

銀製品がくすんでしまった。

The silverware has become tarnished.

長年の汚れで壁の色がくすんでいる

The wall color has become dull from years of grime.

くすんだ色の服を着ている。

I'm wearing dull-colored clothes.