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
corrugatedhaving corrugations
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile
stultifyto have a dulling or inhibiting effect on
discriminatingmaking a distinction : distinguishing
mountebanka person who sells quack medicines from a platform
whinnyto neigh especially in a low or gentle way
benefactorsomeone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit
extraneousexisting on or coming from the outside
crestfallenhaving a drooping crest or hanging head
civilof or relating to citizens