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.

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WordMeaning
opaqueblocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity
chaperona person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety
nutritionthe act or process of nourishing or being nourished
laboriousinvolving, requiring, or characterized by hard and sustained effort : arduous
shudderto tremble convulsively : shiver
assurancethe state of being assured: such as
laymana person who is not a member of the clergy
disheveledmarked by disorder or disarray
sedulousinvolving or accomplished with careful perseverance
reimburseto pay back to someone : repay