Meanings
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adj
Careful not to say or do anything that might upset or offend other people.
She gave a tactful reply that avoided hurting his feelings.
Etymology
From tact + -ful.
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She gave a tactful reply that avoided hurting his feelings.
From tact + -ful.
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