Main entry: tactful
Definition: having or showing a sense of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others
Usage: she was tactful enough not to shatter his illusion; a tactful remark eased her embarrassment
Definition: lacking or showing a lack of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others
Antonyms: undiscerning
Definition: lacking discernment
Antonyms: indiscreet
Definition: lacking discretion; injudicious
Main entry: tactful, kid-glove
Definition: showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people
Usage: by diplomatic conduct he avoided antagonizing anyone; a tactful way of correcting someone; the agency got the kid-glove treatment on Capitol Hill
Antonyms: undiplomatic
Definition: not skilled in dealing with others