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benign

/bɪ'naɪn/

Synonyms of benign Antonyms of benign Examples of benign Usage of benign Parts of benign Definition that contains benign Words sounding like benign Explanation of benign

adjective
pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence
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"a benign smile" "the benign sky" "the benign influence of pure air"

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benignant kindly

Opposite:

malign
adjective
kindness of disposition or manner
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"the benign ruler of millions" "benign intentions"

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kind
adjective
not dangerous to health; not recurrent or progressive (especially of a tumor)
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Opposite:

malignant

Antonyms of benign

malignant malign