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tactful
('t/&/ktf/@/l )

adjective (a)

  • having or showing a sense of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others(adj.all)
    Example:
    She was tactful enough not to shatter his illusion.
    A tactful remark eased her embarrassment.
    Antonym:
    tactless, untactful
    source: wordnet30
  • Full of tact; characterized by a discerning sense of what is right, proper, or judicious.(adjective)
    source: webster1913

adjective satellite (s)

  • showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people(adj.all)
    Example:
    A tactful way of correcting someone.
    Synonym:
    kid-glove
    source: wordnet30
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