Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
generally-benign
adjective
/ˈdʒɛn.ə.rə.li bɪˈnaɪn/
Definition
Typically not harmful or offensive.
Examples
- Although the weather can be unpredictable, the forecast seems generally benign for our picnic.
- The tumor was found to be generally benign, alleviating the patient’s fears.
Meaning
The term ‘generally benign’ is used to describe something that is mostly kind, harmless, or not likely to cause damage or hostility in a particular situation.
Synonyms
- harmless
- innocuous
- gentle
- mild
- unthreatening
