Benign and Fierce

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Benign

Benign adjective - Not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect.
Usage example: basking under a benign sun on a day in early spring
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Fierce is an antonym for benign.
Nearby Words: benignant, benignly, benignity

Fierce

Fierce adjective - Violently unfriendly or aggressive in disposition.
Usage example: the Vikings had a well-earned reputation for being fierce warriors
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Benign is an antonym for fierce.
Nearby Words: fiercely, fierceness
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  • Literature / The Immortals Fierce and mythical creature known as immortals start to invade the human lands, and while many are benign, many begin to attack and prey on humans.
    Source: Literature / The Immortals
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