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
kernelthe inner softer part of a seed, fruit stone, or nut
dearthscarcity that makes dear
gullany of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae)
clientelea body of clients
imperativenot to be avoided or evaded : necessary
vestigea trace, mark, or visible sign left by something (such as an ancient city or a condition or practice) vanished or lost
aridexcessively dry
unkemptnot combed
queasycausing nausea
polarizeto cause to vibrate in a definite pattern