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goody

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈɡʊdi// UK //ɡˈʊdi// goody Archaic Informal

n. something that is very good to eat or a small, pleasant gift. You often use this word when you are excited about a treat.

n. something particularly attractive or pleasing, especially a sweet food item or a small gift. Often used in the plural to refer to a collection of treats.


SIMPLE

The children found a bag full of goodies under the tree.

CONTEXTUAL

The conference organizers handed out bags filled with snacks and other goodies to all the attendees.

COMPLEX

The local bakery is famous for its seasonal goodies, ranging from spiced pumpkin muffins in the autumn to delicate lemon tarts in the spring.

Synonyms
Usage

Frequently used in the plural form 'goodies' to describe a variety of small treats or rewards.

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