Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

brownie-point

noun

/ˈbraʊni pɔɪnt/

Definition

A favor or advantage gained by someone through good behavior or performance.

Examples

She earned brownie points with her boss by staying late to finish the project.
Helping out at the charity event gained him some serious brownie points with his teammates.
By complimenting her colleague’s presentation, he hoped to score some brownie points.

Meaning

The term ‘brownie point’ refers to a figurative point or mark earned for performing well or doing something favorable, often with the intention of receiving approval or favor from others.