Synonyms for

Cake

Verb / keɪk / Another word for cake — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A sweet baked food made from flour, sugar, eggs, and butter, and often decorated with icing or fruit

Synonyms & similar words

patty coat bar pastry dessert treat confection sweets pie cupcake muffin cookie brownie chocolate sponge gateau torte flan cheesecake fruitcake

Synonyms by register

Formal

pastry confection gateau

Informal

slice treat dessert

Literary

sweetmeat delicacy

Antonyms

bread savory vegetable meat soup salad

Common collocations

  • birthday cake
  • wedding cake
  • chocolate cake
  • vanilla cake
  • slice of cake
  • bake a cake
  • eat cake
  • cake decorating

Word family

noun cake
verb cake

Usage note

While 'cake' is a general term, specific types like 'gateau' or 'torte' are often used in more formal contexts. Be mindful of regional differences; in some areas, 'cake' might refer to a small, individual portion.

Example sentences

  1. I baked a cake for my friend's birthday.
  2. The wedding cake was decorated with fresh flowers.
  3. My favorite type of cake is chocolate.
  4. I like to eat cake with ice cream.
  5. My mom makes the best homemade cake.

Quotes

  • Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first.
  • All the world is birthday cake, so take a piece, but not too much.
  • Cake is happiness! If you know the way of the cake, you know the way of happiness! If you have a cake in front of you, you should not look any further for joy!

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