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2 definitions found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: 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. Creator bounteous and benign. --Milton. 2. Exhibiting or manifesting kindness, gentleness, favor, etc.; mild; kindly; salutary; wholesome. Kind influences and benign aspects. --South. 3. Of a mild type or character; as a benign disease. Syn: Kind propitious; bland; genial; salubrious; favorable salutary; gracious; liberal. From WordNet r 1.6 [wn]: benign adj 1: pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence; "a benign smile"; "the benign sky"; "the benign influence of pure air [syn: {benignant}] [ant: {malign}] 2: of disposition or manner; "the benign ruler of millions"; "benign intentions"
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