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