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
attireto put garments on : dress
piecemealone piece at a time : gradually
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coupletwo persons married, engaged, or otherwise romantically paired
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buffooneryfoolish or playful behavior or practice
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scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
cessiona yielding to another : concession
exhaleto rise or be given off as vapor