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
puckerto become wrinkled or constricted
vyingcontending; to strive for superiority
ubiquitousexisting or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread
bigotryobstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot
beatificof, possessing, or imparting beatitude
riftfissure
obscuredark
mantlea loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak
precursorone that precedes and indicates the approach of another
credencemental acceptance as true or real