tactful

adjective

How many syllables in tactful?

There are 2 syllables in the word tactful.

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tact · ful

How to pronounce tactful:

Definition of tactful:

tactful (adjective):: having or showing tact; cautious in attitude or action; showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people.

Synonyms for tactful:

careful

considerate

courteous

delicate

diplomatic

discreet

graceful

gracious

judicious

kid-glove

perceptive

polished

polite

politic

prudent

respectful

sensitive

subtle

thoughtful

treating with kid gloves

understanding

Antonyms for tactful:

apparent

arrant

artless

awkward

bald

bald-faced

barefaced

blatant

bold

bright-line

callous

careless

clear

clear-cut

clumsy

conspicuous

crystal clear

definite

discernible

discourteous

disrespectful

distinct

downright

evident

extroverted

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