1
as in compassionate
having or marked by sympathy and consideration for others
a benignant understanding of the daily struggles of the economically disadvantaged
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2
as in favorable
promoting or contributing to personal or social well-being
firmly believes that religion is a benignant force in society
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for benignant
Adjective
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Peter’s complicated, compassionate personality continues to drive the series.—
Oline H. Cogdill,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Mar. 2026 -
His sense of humor was unmatched, and his ability to connect with anyone was a testament to his compassionate soul.—
Michael Guise,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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However, that divide has grown in recent decades, largely driven by Democrats souring on capitalism and becoming more favorable toward socialism.—
Justin Callais,
Twin Cities,
5 Mar. 2026
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The drone can remain overhead, confirm target identity, and strike only when conditions are favorable.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Mar. 2026
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While the kind of protection offered by Herakles or the Hulk comes with the risk of uncontrollable rage and indiscriminate destruction, and Oedipus seems more of a supervillain than a benevolent guardian, there was a kind of Greek hero that was seen as a defender.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Feb. 2026
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The ceremonies are often visibly emotional, with Kim portrayed as a benevolent father figure.—
Will Ripley,
CNN Money,
26 Feb. 2026
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Having a head coach and GM aligned in the fashion that Charles Lee and Jeff Peterson are has also really been beneficial.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Mar. 2026
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Cloves contain antioxidants and other beneficial compounds, but there isn't that much research on clove water, specifically.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Annually, on Mogen and Kernodle’s birthdays — designated Maddie May Day and Xanapalooza — the foundation encourages people to be kind to others and spend time with loved ones, in remembrance.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Mar. 2026
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Pai will play Henry, the head groundskeeper of Hartford Park, who is kind, charming, and knowledgeable about plants.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
4 Mar. 2026
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The helpful staff won’t steer you wrong.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Mar. 2026
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Beyond the photos, most helpful was a set of Rodriguez’s sketches that Mance and his team discovered in Vanity Fair, which showed both the wedding dress and Carolyn’s rehearsal dinner dress.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2026
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The appellate court in June issued a 2-1 opinion finding Alabama prosecutors violated Sockwell's 14th Amendment rights by intentionally rejecting potential Black jurors believed to be more sympathetic to him.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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The appellate court in June issued a 2-1 opinion finding Alabama prosecutors violated Sockwell’s 14th Amendment rights by intentionally rejecting potential Black jurors believed to be more sympathetic to him.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Mar. 2026
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Tallen said his firm has a history of turning around distressed properties in good locations.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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His communication on the defensive end of the floor has been really good, too.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Benignant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/benignant. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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