tact

noun
UK: /tækt/
US: /tækt/

  1. The ability to say or do things in a way that does not offend anyone.

    1. She used tact when she told him he was wrong.
    2. The diplomat handled the sensitive situation with considerable tact and skill.

  2. Skill and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues.

    1. He showed real tact when talking to his angry boss.
    2. It requires a great deal of tact to tell your friend that her singing is not very good.

Synonyms

delicacy understanding poise prudence discretion finesse sensitivity consideration diplomacy

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "tact" in English means: The ability to say or do things in a way that does not offend anyone., Skill and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues..

The phonetic transcription of "tact" is /tækt/ in British English and /tækt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "tact": delicacy, understanding, poise, prudence, discretion, finesse, sensitivity, consideration, diplomacy.

Example usage of "tact": "She used tact when she told him he was wrong.". More examples on the page.