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Definition of Benign
1. Adjective. Not dangerous to health; not recurrent or progressive (especially of a tumor).
2. Adjective. Pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence. "The benign influence of pure air"
Exact synonyms: Benignant
Attributes: Benignancy, Benignity, Graciousness
Similar to: Kindly
Also: Harmless, Kind
Derivative terms: Benignancy
Antonyms: Malign
Attributes: Benignancy, Benignity, Graciousness
Similar to: Kindly
Also: Harmless, Kind
Derivative terms: Benignancy
Antonyms: Malign
3. Adjective. Kindness of disposition or manner. "Benign intentions"
Definition of Benign
1. a. Of a kind or gentle disposition; gracious; generous; favorable; benignant.
Definition of Benign
1. kind [adj] : BENIGNLY [adv] - See also: kind
Medical Definition of Benign
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