tactfulness

American  

[takt-fuhl-nis] / ˈtækt fəl nɪs /

noun

1. the quality or skill of handling difficult or delicate situations without giving offense.

   Her promotion was based on her influence and tactfulness in dealing with outside vendors, managers, and subordinates.

   Showing what some would consider a certain lack of tactfulness, he declared that the emperor's pious works were of no value whatsoever.

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Etymology

Origin of tactfulness

tactful ( def. ) + -ness ( def. )

Example Sentences

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tactfulness

Don’t get me wrong here—I’m sure it’s upsetting to listen to your sister-in-law talk trash about your church and religion, but other than the lack of tactfulness, it’s her right to do so.

From Slate ● Jun. 22, 2021

They must be greeted with respect, compassion and tactfulness.

From Time Magazine Archive

This relative freedom from trouble and friction is an impressive tribute to the unremitting tactfulness of the officials most directly concerned.

From Health Work in the Public Schools by Leonard Porter Ayres

The two girls showed their appreciation for his tactfulness in different ways.

From The Sins of the Children A Novel by Cosmo Hamilton

Logical thought, power of appeal and tactfulness never fail to command attention and respect.

From The Writings of Thomas Jefferson Library Edition - Vol. 6 (of 20) by Thomas Jefferson