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Meaning of benign
The primary meaning of "benign" is having a gentle and kind nature, or not causing harm.
Etymology of benign
The word "benign" originates from the Latin "benignus", which means "kind" or "gentle", derived from "bene" (well) and "genus" (born), and has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something or someone as having a gentle and kind nature.
Synonyms
harmless
gentle
mild
kind
friendly
favorable
beneficial
advantageous
wholesome
salutary
innocuous
non-threatening
non-malignant
non-toxic
safe
secure
tranquil
peaceful
calm
soothing
comforting
reassuring
pleasant
agreeable
congenial
affable
amiable
cordial
genial
warm
hospitable
benevolent
charitable
generous
humanitarian
altruistic
kindly
gracious
courteous
polite
considerate
thoughtful
benignity
beneficent
munificent
Definitions
- Having a gentle and kind nature, or not causing harm
- (Of a tumor) non-cancerous
- (Of a condition or influence) having a favorable or beneficial effect
Usage Examples
- The doctor reassured the patient that the tumor was benign and could be easily removed.
- The benign climate of the island made it an ideal destination for tourists.
- The company's benign leadership style encouraged employees to speak up and share their ideas.
Antonyms
malignant
harmful
hurtful
injurious
damaging
destructive
poisonous
toxic
deadly
lethal
fatal
hostile
aggressive
violent
belligerent
antagonistic
confrontational
adversarial
inimical
pernicious
noxious
baneful
deleterious
detrimental
disadvantageous
unfavorable
adverse
malevolent
malicious
vicious
cruel
brutal
savage
ferocious