GRE Word List

BENIGN

of a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life

The meaning of the word benign is of a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life.

Random words

WordMeaning
plumpto drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily
obeisancea movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow
cynicalhaving or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as
primogeniturethe state of being the firstborn of the children of the same parents
despota ruler with absolute power and authority
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
chantto make melodic sounds with the voice
cloyingdisgusting or distasteful by reason of excess
euphemismthe substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant
demoniacpossessed or influenced by a demon