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
Similar words: diplomatic, diplomatical
Definition: using or marked by tact in dealing with sensitive matters or people
Usage: the hostess averted a confrontation with a diplomatic chenage of subject
Synonyms: 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
Similar words: discerning, discreet
Definition: unobtrusively perceptive and sympathetic
Usage: a discerning editor; a discreet silence