tactful
adjectiveHow many syllables in tactful?
There are 2 syllables in the word tactful.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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