benign

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Pronunciation
/bɪˈnaɪn/
Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Kind; gentle; mild.

2 Definition

(of a climate or environment) mild and favorable

3 Definition

(in combination) Not harmful to the environment.

Example Sentences
  • an ozone-benign refrigerant
4 Definition

Not posing any serious threat to health; not particularly aggressive or recurrent.