Definitions for benign

Overview of adj benign

The adj benign has 3 senses? (no senses from tagged texts)

1. benign

(not dangerous to health; not recurrent or progressive (especially of a tumor))

2. benign, benignant

(pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence; "a benign smile"; "the benign sky"; "the benign influence of pure air")

3. benign

(kindness of disposition or manner; "the benign ruler of millions"; "benign intentions")