Synonyms for tactful
- adjective
Most common
Definitions
- adj. 1
Possessing tact; able to deal with people in a sensitive manner.
Example sentences
- diplomatic A diplomatic crisis arose between the two nations.
- discreet I think that we need to be a little more discreet.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| tactful | steady | |
| diplomatic | falling | |
| discreet | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 8 letters
- discreet2
- 10 letters
- diplomatic4, discerning3
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (discreet2 = 2 syllables).