BENI'GN, a. beni'ne. [L.benignus, from the same root, as bonus, bene, ancient L. benus, Eng. boon.]
1. Kind; of a kind disposition; gracious; favorable. Our Creator, bounteous and benign.2. Generous; liberal; as a benign benefactor.3. Favorable; having a salutary influence; as the benign aspect of the seasons. The benign light of revelation.4. Wholesome; not pernicious; as a benign medicine.5. Favorable; not malignant; as a benign disease.