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tactful

[ takt-fuhl ]

/ ˈtækt fəl /

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adjective

having or manifesting tact: a tactful person; a tactful reply.

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Origin of tactful

First recorded in 1860–65; tact + -ful

synonym study for tactful

See diplomatic.

OTHER WORDS FROM tactful

tact·ful·ly, adverbtact·ful·ness, nounun·tact·ful, adjectiveun·tact·ful·ly, adverb

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Example sentences from the Web for tactful

With much of his father's haughtiness of manner he combined a tactfulness and self-control which his father never exhibited.
The Political History of England - Vol. X.|William Hunt
Obviously the young man was improving in tactfulness under the stimulus of circumstances.
The Master of Warlock|George Cary Eggleston
However gifted one may be, he cannot win conspicuous laurels in any calling or avocation, if he be deficient in tactfulness.
The Writings of Thomas Jefferson|Thomas Jefferson
Logical thought, power of appeal and tactfulness never fail to command attention and respect.
The Writings of Thomas Jefferson|Thomas Jefferson

She smiled at him with the exasperating tactfulness of a woman checking a flirtation; a smile like an airy pat on the arm.
Main Street|Sinclair Lewis

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