Pronunciations (3)
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/bɪˈnaɪn/
Pronunciation notes
- Canada
- General-American
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/bɪˈnɑen/
Pronunciation notes
- Australia
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bɪˈnaɪn
Adjective
Kind; gentle; mild.
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But though we both entertained these ideas, we differed in their application. Resentment added also a sting to my censure; and I reprobated Raymond's conduct in severe terms. Adrian was more benign, more considerate.
I people my world with benign spirits. Everything talks to me and I respond to it.
During it, [Ashley] Graham attempted to ask the actor [Hugh Grant] a series of benign questions, and he gave her very little to work with.
Of a climate or environment, mild and favorable.
Not harmful to the environment.
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an ozone-benign refrigerant
Not posing any serious threat to health; not particularly aggressive or recurrent.
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a benign tumor
Despite the gruesome way it looks, cottontail rabbit papillomavirus is often benign, and many rabbits end up fighting it off on their own.
Adjective
not dangerous to health; not recurrent or progressive (especially of a tumor)
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pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence
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a benign smile
the benign sky
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the benign influence of pure air
kindness of disposition or manner
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the benign ruler of millions
benign intentions