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
impugnto assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity
plastera medicated or protective dressing that consists of a film (as of cloth or plastic) spread with a usually medicated substance
arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
legacya gift by will especially of money or other personal property : bequest
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
dramaa composition (see composition
vibrantpulsating with life, vigor, or activity
endueprovide
stiltedpompous
proverba brief popular epigram or maxim : adage