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Tactfulness (Noun)

Meaning

Consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

  • The diplomat's tactfulness in handling the sensitive negotiations helped to prevent a major conflict from escalating.
  • Her tactfulness in breaking the news to her friend about the cancellation of the party was greatly appreciated.
  • The manager's tactfulness in dealing with the difficult employee helped to resolve the issue without causing further tension.
  • The teacher's tactfulness in correcting the student's mistake in front of the class helped to avoid embarrassing the student.
  • The politician's tactfulness in responding to the journalist's provocative question helped to deflect attention from the controversy.

Synonyms

  • Tact

Antonyms

  • Tactlessness

Hypernyms

  • Consideration
  • Thoughtfulness

Hyponyms

  • Savoir-faire
  • Delicacy
  • Discreetness
  • Finesse

Related Words

  • Tactful (adjective)
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