TACT


Meaning of TACT in English

noun

skill and grace in dealing with others

handled the embarrassing situation with great tact

Synonyms: address, delicatesse, diplomacy, poise, savoir faire, tactfulness; compare address 1

Related Word: control, head, presence, repose; amenity, courtesy, gallantry; policy, politicness, smoothness, suavity, urbanity; adroitness, deftness, skill; acumen, finesse, perception, sensitivity

Contrasted words: abruptness, bluntness, coarseness, discourtesy, rudeness

Antonyms: tactlessness

Merriam Webster. Collegiate thesaurus English vocabulary.      Английский энциклопедический словарь тезаурус.