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