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benign
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referring to impacts or influences that are advantageous or helpful
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(of an ilness) not fatal or harmful
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(of a tumor) not resulting in cancer
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friendly and not intended to harm or hurt others
Example
The new policy reforms created a more benign economic environment for small businesses.
Warm weather and nutrient-rich soil provided a benign growing condition for the garden plants.
The dog’s benign nature made him a favorite among the children.
The professor’s benign feedback encouraged students to improve their work.
Fibroids are benign growths that can develop in the uterus.
