Benign
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Benign [bih-nahyn]

ADJECTIVE

ADJECTIVE

  • Showing or expressing kind and gracious disposition.

  • Pleasant or Beneficial.

  • Characterized by kindness, gentleness and harmlessness.

  • Related to being favourable.

Example

“Sunny has a benign smile.” 

“The climate in Shimla is benign.”

Synonyms

Benevolent, Friendly, Gentle, Congenial

Antonyms

Harsh, Rough, Unfriendly, Violent