Synonyms of tactfulness

tactfulness

noun

as in diplomacy

the ability to deal with others in touchy situations without offending them

the tactfulness with which the secretary of state handled the diplomatic crisis was commendable

Synonyms & Similar Words

• diplomacy
• manners
• tact
• sensitivity
• gallantry
• consideration
• considerateness
• gracefulness
• courtesy
• thoughtfulness
• respect
• grace
• politeness
• etiquette
• graciousness
• courteousness
• civility
• finesse
• poise
• suavity
• gentility
• adroitness
• dexterity
• deference
• deftness
• charm
• regard
• delicacy
• suaveness
• savoir faire
• mannerliness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• insensitivity
• tactlessness
• clumsiness
• indelicacy
• discourtesy
• thoughtlessness
• impoliteness
• inconsiderateness
• inconsideration
• incivility
• brashness
• boorishness
• awkwardness
• ungraciousness
• disregard
• rudeness
• disrespect
• insolence
• impudence
• gracelessness
• impertinence
• discourteousness
• loutishness
• brassiness
• maladroitness
• gaucheness
• disrespectfulness