Basic Details
Word: Brownie
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small, rich chocolate cake that is often chewy and can have nuts or frosting.
Synonyms: Chocolate cake, dessert square
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Brownie points: Extra credit or approval one earns through favour or effort. Example: "She got brownie points for helping her classmate with his project."
- Brownies and cream: Refers to a perfect combination of harmonious elements. Example: "Their collaboration was like brownies and cream, blending well together."
Usage Examples
Example 1: I baked a batch of brownies for the school bake sale, and they disappeared quickly!
Example 2: The warm, gooey brownie with chocolate chips was the highlight of my dessert.
Example 3: After a long day, sitting down with a brownie and some milk was the perfect way to relax.
Fun Fact
Did you know that brownies were invented in the United States in the late 19th century? They were originally thought to be a cross between a chocolate cake and a cookie!
Famous Quote
"Brownies are a piece of heaven on Earth." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "brownie" mean?
a) A type of fruit
b) A small chocolate cake
c) A baked potato
d) A fish dish
Answer: b) A small chocolate cake
2. Which of these is a synonym for "brownie"?
a) Cheesecake
b) Chocolate cake
c) Fudge
d) Pudding
Answer: b) Chocolate cake
3. Which sentence uses "brownie" correctly?
a) I saw a brownie flying in the sky.
b) The brownie was sweet and delicious.
c) The brownie danced at the party.
d) The brownie is in the refrigerator.
Answer: b) The brownie was sweet and delicious.
4. What does the idiom "brownie points" mean?
a) A type of dessert
b) A measure of time
c) Extra credit or approval
d) A cooking technique
Answer: c) Extra credit or approval
5. What is the opposite of "brownie"?
a) N/A
b) Vegetable
c) Salad
d) Soup
Answer: a) N/A
