Associations to the word «Benignant»

Wiktionary

BENIGNANT, adjective. (now rare) Kind; gracious; favorable.

Dictionary definition

BENIGNANT, adjective. Pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence; "a benign smile"; "the benign sky"; "the benign influence of pure air".
BENIGNANT, adjective. Characterized by kindness and warm courtesy especially of a king to his subjects; "our benignant king".

Wise words

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