benignancy

noun

bi-ˈnig-nən(t)-sē How to pronounce benignancy (audio)
Definition of benignancynext
as in kindness
sympathetic concern for the well-being of others through posture and facial expression the artist has been able to convey the serene benignancy that is traditionally associated with the saint

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  1. kindness
  2. tenderness
Noun
  • The bride notes she was also taken in by the team’s kindness and talent.
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The moment taught Ridinger that a simple act of kindness can have a lasting impact.
    — Travis Cronin, PEOPLE, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of kindness
Noun
  • Above all, Chapa 100 is a tribute to those who continue moving forward with tenderness and grace despite hardship.
    — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 13 Aug. 2026
  • His tenderness and vulnerability sets the tone of the show, which takes men’s emotions seriouslywithout lapsing into either the preachy hugging and learning of Ted Lasso or the manipulative melodramatics of, say, A Million Little Pieces.
    — Judy Berman, Time, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of tenderness
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“Benignancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/benignancy. Accessed 21 Aug. 2026.

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