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be·nign /bɪˈnaɪn/ 形容詞
良性
Be·nign a.
1. Of a kind or gentle disposition; gracious; generous; favorable; benignant.
Creator bounteous and benign. --Milton.
2. Exhibiting or manifesting kindness, gentleness, favor, etc.; mild; kindly; salutary; wholesome.
Kind influences and benign aspects. --South.
3. Of a mild type or character; as, a benign disease.
Syn: -- Kind; propitious; bland; genial; salubrious; favorable salutary; gracious; liberal.
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benign
adj 1: not dangerous to health; not recurrent or progressive
(especially of a tumor) [ant: malignant]
2: pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence; "a benign
smile"; "the benign sky"; "the benign influence of pure
air" [syn: benignant] [ant: malign]
3: of disposition or manner; "the benign ruler of millions";
"benign intentions"