benignant meaning and definition

BENIGNANT adjective

Definition of benignant (adjective)

1. pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence
   • "a benign smile"; "the benign sky"; "the benign influence of pure air"
   • synonyms: benign
   • antonym: malign
2. characterized by kindness and warm courtesy especially of a king to his subjects
   • "our benignant king"
   • synonyms: gracious