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tactfulness

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of tactfulness

the ability to deal with others in touchy situations without offending them

the tactfulness with which the secretary of state handled the diplomatic crisis was commendable

Synonyms of tactfulness

diplomacy, tact

Words Related to tactfulness

considerateness, consideration, courteousness, courtesy, delicacy, graciousness, sensitivity, thoughtfulness

civility, etiquette, mannerliness, manners, politeness

charm, gallantry, gentility, grace, gracefulness, poise, savoir faire, suaveness, suavity

adroitness, deftness, dexterity, finesse

deference, regard, respect

Near Antonyms of tactfulness

discourteousness, discourtesy, impoliteness, inconsiderateness, inconsideration, indelicacy, thoughtlessness, ungraciousness

impoliteness, incivility

boorishness, brashness, brassiness, loutishness

awkwardness, gaucheness, gracelessness, maladroitness

disregard, disrespect, disrespectfulness, impertinence, impudence, insolence, rudeness

Antonyms of tactfulness

clumsiness, insensitivity, tactlessness

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