Synonyms of tact
5 similar words
Another word for tact is diplomacy. Other synonyms of tact are sensitivity, consideration, tactfulness and discretion.
Synonyms and similar words for tact
nounSensitive mental touch; special skill or faculty; keen perception or discernment; ready power of...
- sensitivity
- consideration
- diplomacyTact and subtle skill in dealing with people so as to avoid or settle hostility.
- tactfulnessThe state or quality of being tactful.
- discretion
Meaning of tact
- noun Sensitive mental touch; special skill or faculty; keen perception or discernment; ready power of appreciating and doing what is required by circumstances; the ability to say the right thing and avoid statements that will give offence or pain even if true.
- noun Propriety; manners (etiquette).
- noun The sense of touch; feeling.
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Questions about synonyms of tact
- What is another word for tact?
- Tact has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as diplomacy, sensitivity, consideration, tactfulness and discretion.
- What does tact mean?
- Tact means sensitive mental touch; special skill or faculty; keen perception or discernment; ready power of appreciating and doing what is required by circumstances; the ability to say the right thing and avoid statements that will give offence or pain even if true.
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