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    Benigna (en. Benign)

    /beˈniɣ.na/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That is not harmful, that has a positive effect.
    The tumor was diagnosed as benign.
    El tumor fue diagnosticado como benigna.
    Of a gentle, kind, or benevolent nature.
    Her benign attitude made everyone feel comfortable.
    Su actitud benigna hizo que todos se sintieran cómodos.
    Refers to favorable conditions or situations.
    The benign climate facilitated the development of the harvest.
    El clima benigna facilitó el desarrollo de la cosecha.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'benignus', which means 'benign' or 'kind-hearted'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    benign heart
    It is used to refer to a person who is kind and benevolent.
    corazón benigna
    benign attitude
    It refers to a friendly and understanding disposition towards others.
    actitud benigna
    benign situation
    Conditions that favor or facilitate something.
    situación benigna

    Related Words

    benignity
    The quality of being benign or kind-hearted.
    benignidad
    benignly
    In a benign manner.
    benignamente
    to benign
    To act with benignity or forgiveness.
    benignar

    Slang Meanings

    A person who is overly good or naïve.
    That girl is so benign that she always helps everyone without thinking of herself.
    Esa chica es tan benigna que siempre ayuda a todos sin pensar en sí misma.
    Used sarcastically to describe someone who is excessively kind.
    Don't be so benign, sometimes you have to be firm.
    No seas tan benigna, a veces hay que ser firme.