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 |
|---|---|
| semblance | outward and often specious appearance or show : form |
| crave | to ask for earnestly : beg |
| exploit | deed |
| tickle | to touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements |
| verbiage | a profusion of words usually of little or obscure content |
| slipshod | wearing loose shoes or slippers |
| abase | to lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem |
| founder | one that founds or establishes |
| fetid | having a heavy offensive smell |
| hazardous | involving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm) |