fudge Synonyms
Another word for fudge
• noun (Context 1)
A rich, soft confection typically made of sugar, milk or cream, and butter, often flavored with chocolate.
"She bought a box of assorted chocolate and vanilla confection from the local candy shop."
• verb (Context 2)
To tamper with or falsify facts, figures, or records in order to present a more favorable picture.
"The accountant was fired after it was discovered he fudged the quarterly financial numbers."
• verb (Context 3)
To avoid committing oneself or giving a direct answer; to deal with a situation vaguely.
"When asked about the project's deadline, the manager fudged and changed the subject."
• noun (Context 4)
An attempt to avoid making a firm decision or giving a clear answer; a compromise that dodges the main issue.
"The new environmental policy is a political evasion that fails to satisfy anyone."
Opposites of fudge
The opposite of fudge shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: