BENI'GN, adjective beni'ne. [Latin benignus, from the same root, as bonus, bene, ancient Latin benus, Eng. boon.] 1. Kind; of a kind disposition; gracious; favorable. Our Creator, bounteous and benign 2. Generous; liberal; as a benign benefactor. 3. Favorable; having a salutary influence; as the benign aspect of the seasons. The benign light of revelation. 4. Wholesome; not pernicious; as a benign medicine. 5. Favorable; not malignant; as a benign disease.
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