Word of the Day: Benignant

Can you pronounce benignant?

January 18, 2026

Today's Word Brought to You By adjective 1. Serenely mild and kindly. 2. Favorable, beneficial. Today's Word Brought to You By   What Happens Without an Estate Plan Planning your estate may not sound exciting, but it plays a significant role in protecting what you've built. The Investor's Guide to Estate Planning makes the process more approachable, with straightforward guidance on key documents that clarify your wishes and perspective on family conversations and financial legacy. Get the Guide *This content is brought to you by our sponsor, which helps keep our content free. "The judge was known for a benignant approach, especially in cases involving first-time offenders." "Even his criticism felt benignant, offered more as guidance than reprimand." "The doctor's benignant bedside manner reassured patients before difficult conversations." Latin, early 17th century This adjective, meaning "gentle and kindly," has been in use since the late 18th century, when it was patterned on the word "malignant," meaning "evil in nature, influence, or effect." The Latin "benignus" combines Continue Reading Do you remember these words?

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