tact | Definition of tact

Synonyms and Antonyms of tact

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

with supreme tact, Isabel suggested to her neighbor that her flower garden was probably not the best place for his dog to use as a bathroom

Synonyms of tact

diplomacy, tactfulness

Words Related to tact

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 tact

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 tact

clumsiness, insensitivity, tactlessness