TAKE A DIM VIEW OF

v. phr. 1. To have doubts about; feel unsure or anxious about. Tom took a dim view of his chances of passing the exam. Betty hoped to go on a picnic, but she took a dim view of the weather. 2. To be against; disapprove. John's father took a dim view of his wanting to borrow the car. The teacher took a dim view of the class's behavior.