tactful
The word “tactful” has 2 syllables: tact-ful.
It's pronounced as /ˈtæktfəl/.
What is synonym and antonym for tactful?
In the thesaurus, “tactful” has 9 synonyms and 20 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for tactful along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for tactful
- courteous
- diplomatic
- discreet
- judicious
- perceptive
- polite
- politic
- prudent
- respectful
Antonyms for tactful
- careless
- discourteous
- foolish
- gauche
- impolite
- impolitic
- incautious
- inconsiderate
- indelicate
- reckless
- rude
- tactless
- thoughtless
- uncivil
- undiplomatic
- ungracious
- unmannerly
- unrefined
- untactful
- unwise
Meanings of tactful
- adjective
- Possessing tact; able to deal with people in a sensitive manner.
Example Sentences
- She offered a tactful suggestion to improve the project without offending anyone.
- In delicate situations, it's important to be tactful when expressing opinions.
- The manager provided tactful feedback to guide the team toward better performance.
- Despite the challenging circumstances, she remained tactful in her communication.
- A tactful response diffused the tension during the heated discussion.
On this page you'll find 29 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to tactful, such as: careless, courteous, diplomatic, discourteous, discreet, foolish, gauche.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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