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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| providence | divine guidance or care |
| manifestation | the act, process, or an instance of manifesting |
| hubris | exaggerated pride or self-confidence |
| interminable | having or seeming to have no end |
| slur | an insulting or disparaging remark or innuendo : aspersion |
| incense | material used to produce a fragrant odor when burned |
| pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |
| leave-taking | departure |
| tend | to exhibit an inclination or tendency : conduce |
| meretricious | of or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution |