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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 | ||
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