Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
relatively-benign
Adjective
/ˌrɛlətɪvli bɪˈnaɪn/
Definition
Refers to something that is mild or gentle when compared to other situations or conditions.
Examples
- The weather this week has been relatively benign, especially compared to the storms we had last month.
- Despite the alarming headlines, the disease is relatively benign in most cases.
- Her comments were relatively benign, aimed at fostering constructive dialogue.
Meaning
The term is often used to describe circumstances, behaviors, or phenomena that are less harmful or severe than others in a comparative context.
Synonyms
- mild
- gentle
- benign
- harmless
- unthreatening
