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tact

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tact
noun
the Inspector broke the news to me with tact and consideration:
sensitivity, understanding, thoughtfulness, consideration, delicacy, diplomacy, discretion, discernment, judgment, prudence, judiciousness, perception, subtlety, wisdom, tactfulness;
etiquette, courtesy, cordiality, politeness, decorum, mannerliness, polish, respect, respectfulness;
French savoir faire, politesse;
informal savvy.
antonyms indiscretion, rudeness, tactlessness.
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