Main entry: benign, benignant
Definition: pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence
Usage: a benign smile; the benign sky; the benign influence of pure air
Antonyms: malign
Definition: evil or harmful in nature or influence
Antonyms: unkindly
Definition: in an unkind manner or with unkindness
Main entry: benign
Definition: not dangerous to health; not recurrent or progressive (especially of a tumor)
Antonyms: malignant
Definition: dangerous to health; characterized by progressive and uncontrolled growth (especially of a tumor)
Main entry: benign
Definition: kindness of disposition or manner
Usage: the benign ruler of millions; benign intentions
Antonyms: unkind
Definition: lacking kindness