Brownie point

noun

, Informal.

1. a credit toward advancement or good standing gained especially by currying favor.

Brownie point

noun

1. a notional mark to one's credit earned for being seen to do the right thing

Word History and Origins

Origin of Brownie point¹

First recorded in 1960–65; from the point system based on good behavior and performance used by Brownies for advancement

Word History and Origins

Origin of Brownie point¹

C20: from the mistaken notion that Brownie Guides earn points for good deeds