benign

Adjective
  1. Not dangerous to health;
    Not recurrent or progressive (especially of a tumor) (synset 302604880)
    referred to in: pathology - the branch of medical science that studies the causes and nature and effects of diseases
  2. Pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence (synset 300228210)
    "a benign smile"; "the benign sky"; "the benign influence of pure air"
    also:
    • harmless - not causing or capable of causing harm
    • kind - having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
    tells us about: benignancy, benignity, graciousness - the quality of being kind and gentle
    similar to: kindly - pleasant and agreeable
    same as: benignant
  3. Kindness of disposition or manner (synset 301375700)
    "the benign ruler of millions"; "benign intentions"
    similar to: kind - having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior

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