Benignity: meaning, definitions and examples

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benignity

 

[ bษ™หˆnษชษกnษชti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

quality of being kind

Benignity is the quality of being kind, gentle, and harmless. It is the state of having a friendly or gentle disposition.

Synonyms

benevolence, gentleness, goodness, kindness.

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Word Description / Examples
benignity

This word is often used in a medical or formal context to describe something that is harmless or gentle, especially when referring to conditions or tumors.

  • The doctor assured us of the benignity of the tumor.
  • His benignity was evident in the way he spoke to everyone with kindness.
kindness

This word is used to describe the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate. It is often used in various contexts, both formal and informal, to highlight positive actions or attitudes.

  • Thank you for your kindness.
  • His act of kindness towards the strangers was truly inspiring.
gentleness

This word is used to describe a soft, kind, and mild manner. It is often associated with how one interacts with others or handles situations.

  • Her gentleness made her beloved by all the children.
  • He handled the fragile vase with great gentleness.
goodness

This word is a broad term used to describe the quality of being morally good or virtuous. It's commonly used in everyday language.

  • Her goodness shone through in every action.
  • The goodness in his heart was evident in his selfless deeds.
benevolence

This word usually describes an act of kindness or a manner that aims to do good for others. It is often used in a more formal or literary context.

  • She was known for her benevolence towards the less fortunate.
  • His benevolence was reflected in his numerous charitable donations.

Examples of usage

  • Her benignity towards animals made her a popular veterinarian.
  • The teacher's benignity towards students helped create a positive learning environment.
Context #2 | Noun

lack of harm

Benignity can also refer to the state of being harmless or not causing any harm or damage.

Synonyms

harmlessness, innocuousness, safety.

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benignity

Use this word when describing someone's kind and gentle nature, often in a more formal or literary context.

  • The teacher's benignity made her beloved by all her students
harmlessness

This word is suitable when discussing the safety or non-dangerous nature of a thing or situation, particularly in everyday conversation.

  • Despite its size, the spider's harmlessness assured that no one needed to be afraid
safety

Commonly used in a wide range of situations to refer to conditions being free from danger, risk, or injury.

  • Wearing seat belts increases the safety of passengers during a car ride
innocuousness

Best employed in scientific, medical, or technical contexts when explaining that something poses no risk or harm.

  • The researchers confirmed the innocuousness of the new vaccine

Examples of usage

  • The benignity of the virus meant that it did not pose a threat to human health.
  • The benignity of the chemical made it safe for use in the laboratory.

Translations

Translations of the word "benignity" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น benignidade

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅŒเคฎเฅเคฏเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Gรผte

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kebaikan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะพะฑั€ะพั‚ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dobroฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ…ˆๅ–„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bontรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ benignidad

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท iyilik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ž๋น„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ุทู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dobrota

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ dobrota

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไปๆ…ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ dobrota

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gรฆska

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะตะนั–ั€ั–ะผะดั–ะปั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ”แƒ—แƒ˜แƒšแƒ“แƒฆแƒ”แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mehribanlฤฑq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ benignidad

Etymology

The word 'benignity' has its origins in the Latin word 'benignitas', which means kindness or generosity. The term has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to the quality of being kind and gentle. Over the years, 'benignity' has come to represent not only kindness but also the state of being harmless or not causing harm. It is often associated with positive traits such as benevolence and goodness.

See also: benign.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,256 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.