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 |
|---|---|
| implode | to burst inward |
| authoritarian | of, relating to, or favoring blind submission to authority |
| rabid | extremely violent : furious |
| mirth | gladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter |
| distant | separated in space : away |
| compile | to compose out of materials from other documents |
| arbitrary | existing or coming about seemingly at random or by chance or as a capricious and unreasonable act of will |
| parry | to ward off a weapon or blow |
| prodigy | a highly talented child or youth |
| gentry | upper or ruling class : aristocracy |