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English adjective: tactful | |||
| 1. | tactful having or showing a sense of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others | ||
| Samples | She was tactful enough not to shatter his illusion. A tactful remark eased her embarrassment. | ||
| Similar | discerning, discreet | ||
| See also | considerate | ||
| Antonyms | tactless, untactful | ||
| 2. | tactful showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people | ||
| Samples | By diplomatic conduct he avoided antagonizing anyone. A tactful way of correcting someone. The agency got the kid-glove treatment on Capitol Hill. | ||
| Synonyms | kid-glove | ||
| Similar | diplomatic, diplomatical | ||
| Antonyms | undiplomatic | ||
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