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 |
|---|---|
| precipitant | precipitate |
| polygamist | marriage in which a spouse of either sex may have more than one mate at the same time compare polyandry |
| squeamish | easily nauseated : queasy |
| infest | to spread or swarm in or over in a troublesome manner |
| unguent | a soothing or healing salve : ointment |
| misogynist | a person who hates or discriminates against women : a misogynistic person |
| expostulation | an act or an instance of expostulating |
| statute | a law enacted by the legislative branch of a government |
| intolerant | unable or unwilling to endure |
| fanaticism | fanatic outlook or behavior |