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Definition: Benign

Benign \Be*nign"\, a. [OE. benigne, bening, OF. benigne, F.
b['e]nin, fem. b['e]nigne, fr. L. benignus, contr. from
benigenus; bonus good + root of genus kind. See Bounty, and
Genus.]
1. Of a kind or gentle disposition; gracious; generous;
favorable; benignant.
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Creator bounteous and benign. --Milton.
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2. Exhibiting or manifesting kindness, gentleness, favor,
etc.; mild; kindly; salutary; wholesome.
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Kind influences and benign aspects. --South.
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3. Of a mild type or character; as, a benign disease.
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Syn: Kind; propitious; bland; genial; salubrious; favorable
salutary; gracious; liberal.
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Dictionary: WordNet
Definition: benign

benign
adj 1: not dangerous to health; not recurrent or progressive
(especially of a tumor) [ant: malignant]
2: pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence; "a benign
smile"; "the benign sky"; "the benign influence of pure
air" [syn: benignant] [ant: malign]
3: of disposition or manner; "the benign ruler of millions";
"benign intentions"