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Noun
Plural for language, behavior, or ideas that are absurd and contrary to good sense
“I was starting to realize that Grandpa's tales about when he was a boy were a lot of fudge.”
Noun
Plural for a soft crumbly or chewy sweet made from sugar, butter, and milk or cream
“More than most candies, fudge requires precision in temperature and technique.”
Noun
Plural for an attempt to fudge an issue
“But residents fear that instead of saying yes the Government, concerned about its green image, will go for a political fudge - a public inquiry that could drag on for years.”
Verb
To change so much as to create a wrong impression or alter the meaning of
“That's why I respect him so much - he gave an honest answer, rather than trying to fudge up data to support his desires, as do many, many figures on both the left and the right.”
Verb
To avoid giving a definite answer or position
“Trying to fudge the issue will only invite China's bullying and eventual invasion.”
Verb
To use dishonest methods to achieve a goal
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