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tact

noun

/tækt/

Meaning

Adroitness and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues.

the ability to say or do the right thing without offending others

He handled the situation with tact and professionalism.

She handled the situation with great tact.

diplomacy, sensitivity, discretion, finesse

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diplomacy, sensitivity, discretion

Entry 2

diplomacy, sensitivity, discretion, finesse

tactlessness, bluntness, rudeness, insensitivity

Entry 1

tactlessness, bluntness, rudeness

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bluntness, rudeness, insensitivity

show tact, act with tact, lack of tact, tact and diplomacy

The end of life; the permanent cessation of all vital functions.

fine powder made by grinding wheat or other grains; used for making bread, cakes, and pastry

the appearance of being true or real

A substance that promotes the production of urine.

A duplicate printing plate made by electroplating a mold of the original.

the base frame of a vehicle or other wheeled machine