Be‐nig″ni‐ty (�), n. [OE. benignite, F. bénignité, OF. bénigneté, fr. L. benignitas. See Benign.] 1. The quality of being benign; goodness; kindness; graciousness. “Benignity of aspect.” Sir W. Scott.
2. Mildness; gentleness.
The benignity or inclemency of the season.
Spectator.
3. Salubrity; wholesome quality. Wiseman.