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Synonyms & Similar Words
considerate
diplomatic
sensitive
thoughtful
discreet
polite
courteous
respectful
gracious
kind
gentle
humane
compassionate
empathetic
understanding
perceptive
discerning
astute
wise
prudent
cautious
careful
delicate
refined
elegant
sophisticated
urbane
civil
cordial
affable
genial
amiable
friendly
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accommodating
conciliatory
placating
soothing
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mollifying
alleviating
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tempering
moderating
softening
sweetening
Meaning of Tactful
Having or showing a keen sense of what to do or say in order to avoid offending or upsetting others, according to Oxford Dictionary
Definitions
- Having a keen sense of how to deal with people so as not to upset or offend them, as defined by Merriam-Webster Dictionary
- Characterized by a keen sense of what is appropriate and considerate in dealing with others, as stated by Cambridge Dictionary
Example Uses
- The tactful manager was able to resolve the conflict between the two employees without offending either of them.
- The diplomat's tactful approach to the negotiations helped to ease tensions between the two countries.
- The nurse was very tactful when dealing with the patient's sensitive medical issue.
- The teacher's tactful feedback helped the student to improve their performance without becoming discouraged.
- The company's tactful handling of the crisis helped to maintain public trust and confidence.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
insensitive
tactless
thoughtless
impolite
rude
discourteous
disrespectful
inconsiderate
harsh
brutal
blunt
crude
coarse
boorish
brash
abrasive
confrontational
aggressive
hostile
offensive
hurtful
wounding
scathing
caustic
biting
sarcastic
ironic
mocking
jeering
taunting