Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
benignity
Noun
/bɪˈnɪɡnɪti/
Definition
The quality of being benign; kindness or a gentle disposition.
Examples
- Her benignity toward her students made her a beloved teacher.
- The doctor’s assessment confirmed the benignity of the tumor.
- He was known for his benignity, always ready to lend a helping hand.
Meaning
Benignity refers to a state or quality of being gentle, kind, or harmless. In a medical context, it can describe a condition or tumor that is not harmful or malignant.
Synonyms
- kindness
- gentleness
- mildness
- harmlessness