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benign
benign
/bɪˈnaɪn/
adjective
Pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence
(
benign
,
benignant
)
pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence
A benign smile
a benign smile
The benign sky
the benign sky
The benign influence of pure air
the benign influence of pure air
Kindness of disposition or manner
(
benign
)
kindness of disposition or manner
The benign ruler of millions
the benign ruler of millions
Benign intentions
benign intentions
(pathology) not dangerous to health; not recurrent or progressive (especially of a tumor)
(
benign
)
(pathology) not dangerous to health; not recurrent or progressive (especially of a tumor)
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