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- Dictionarytactful/ˈtaktf(ʊ)l/
adjective
- 1. having or showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues: "they need a tactful word of advice"
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TACTFUL definition: 1. careful not to say or do anything that could upset someone: 2. careful not to say or do…. Learn more.
The meaning of TACTFUL is having or showing tact. How to use tactful in a sentence.
having or showing a sense of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others. “she was tactful enough not to shatter his illusion” “a tactful remark eased her embarrassment” synonyms: considerate. showing concern for the rights and feelings of others. discerning, discreet. unobtrusively perceptive and sympathetic. see more. adjective.
If you describe someone as tactful, you approve of them because they are careful not to say or do anything that would offend or upset other people. Sometimes it's more tactful not to ask for the truth.
TACTFUL meaning: 1. careful not to say or do anything that could upset someone: 2. careful not to say or do…. Learn more.
Tactful definition: having or manifesting tact. See examples of TACTFUL used in a sentence.
Definition of tactful adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
the ability to say or do things in such a way that you do not make anyone unhappy or angry: The editors of this book have shown tact and good sense in their selections. tactful. adjective us / ˈtækt·fəl / You were very tactful about the awful meal my mother fixed. tactfully. adverb us / ˈtækt·fə·li /
Define tactful. tactful synonyms, tactful pronunciation, tactful translation, English dictionary definition of tactful. adj. Possessing or exhibiting tact; considerate and discreet: a tactful person; a tactful remark. tact′ful·ly adv. tact′ful·ness n.
noun. a keen sense of what to say or do to avoid giving offense; skill in dealing with difficult or delicate situations. Synonyms: poise, diplomacy, sensitivity, perception. a keen sense of what is appropriate, tasteful, or aesthetically pleasing; taste; discrimination. touch or the sense of touch.
