English adjective: benign | |||
1. | benign not dangerous to health; not recurrent or progressive (especially of a tumor) | ||
Domain category | pathology | ||
Antonyms | malignant | ||
2. | benign pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence | ||
Samples | A benign smile. The benign sky. The benign influence of pure air. | ||
Synonyms | benignant | ||
Similar | kindly | ||
See also | harmless, kind | ||
Attribute | benignancy, benignity, graciousness | ||
Antonyms | malign | ||
3. | benign kindness of disposition or manner | ||
Samples | The benign ruler of millions. Benign intentions. | ||
Similar | kind | ||
Antonyms | unkind | ||