Meaning of the word benign in English

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benign

US /bɪˈnaɪn/

UK /bɪˈnaɪn/

gentle and kind

Example:

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He has a benign smile.

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The old man was benign and welcoming.

Synonym:

kind gentle mild benevolent gracious

Synonym:

malignant harsh unkind

(of a disease) not harmful in effect: in particular, (of a tumor) not malignant.

Example:

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The doctor confirmed that the tumor was benign.

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Fortunately, the growth was benign and easily removed.

Synonym:

non-cancerous harmless non-malignant

Synonym:

malignant

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