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

WordMeaning
blandsmooth and soothing in manner or quality
obfuscateto throw into shadow : darken
tethera line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement
pronehaving a tendency or inclination : being likely
exclaimto cry out or speak in strong or sudden emotion
resourcefulable to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means
mischancebad luck
prerogativean exclusive or special right, power, or privilege: such as
finishedentirely done
unerringlycommitting no error : faultless