Benign (ADJ.) means kindly, favorable, or not malignant.
Benign (ADJ.) significa amável, favorável ou não maligno.
| Word | benign |
|---|---|
| Part of Speech | ADJ. |
| Definition | kindly; favorable; not malignant. |
| Sentence | Though her benign smile and gentle bearing made Miss Marple seem a sweet old lady, in reality she was a tough-minded, shrewd observer of human nature. |
| Related Words | benignity, N. |
Tags: hf, psat
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