tactful Synonyms
Strongest:
- gauche
- undiplomatic
- tactless
- discourteous
- untactful
- indelicate
- tactless
- inconsiderate
- thoughtless
- undiplomatic
- untactful
- discourteous
- impolitic
- ungracious
- impolitic
- ungracious
- gauche
- inconsiderate
- thoughtless
- indelicate
Strong:
- rude
- uncivil
- uncouth
- impudent
- uncouth
- boorish
- rude
- unmannerly
- clownish
- churlish
- impolite
- brassy
- boorish
- uncivil
- brash
- insolent
- uncalled-for
- insolent
- unmannerly
- disrespectful
- clownish
- disrespectful
- brash
- uncalled-for
- impolite
- impudent
- brassy
- churlish
Weak:
tactful Meaning
tactful (a)
having or showing a sense of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others
tactful (s)
showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people
tactful (a.)
Full of tact; characterized by a discerning sense of what is right, proper, or judicious.
tactful Sentence Examples
- The diplomat's tactful negotiation skills secured a compromise that satisfied both parties.
- The boss offered constructive criticism in a tactful manner, preserving the employee's morale.
- Sales representatives must be tactful in approaching potential customers, avoiding being pushy or confrontational.
- A politician's tactful response to a controversial question prevented a public uproar.
- The counselor tactfully addressed the client's sensitive topic, creating a safe and supportive environment.
- The hostess tactfully maneuvered around difficult guests, ensuring a pleasant evening for all.
- The journalist tactfully questioned the witness, obtaining valuable information without causing offense.
- The teacher tactfully redirected disruptive students, maintaining order without resorting to punishment.
- The parent tactfully discussed difficult topics with their child, fostering open communication while respecting their privacy.
- Employers should be tactful when dismissing employees, treating them with dignity and minimizing potential harm.
FAQs About the word tactful
having or showing a sense of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others, showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with peopleFull of tact; character
politic, polite, diplomatic, respectful, courteous, considerate,thoughtful, graceful, gracious, deferential
gauche, undiplomatic,tactless, discourteous, untactful, indelicate, tactless, inconsiderate, thoughtless, undiplomatic
The diplomat's tactful negotiation skills secured a compromise that satisfied both parties.
The boss offered constructive criticism in a tactful manner, preserving the employee's morale.
Sales representatives must be tactful in approaching potential customers, avoiding being pushy or confrontational.
A politician's tactful response to a controversial question prevented a public uproar.
