SSAT Synonyms Question 100: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 100

9. BENIGN

  • A. gentle
  • B. blessed
  • C. initial
  • D. virulent

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

The correct answer is (A). BENIGN means good-natured, kindly, or harmless. When applied to a tumor, benign means harmless as opposed to malignant, which implies life-threatening. The Pope faced his audience with a benign smile.

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