Adjective: tactful takt-ful
- Having or showing a sense of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others
"she was tactful enough not to shatter his illusion"; "a tactful remark eased her embarrassment"
- Showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people
"a tactful way of correcting someone";
- kid-glove
See also: considerate, diplomatic, diplomatical, discerning, discreet
Antonym: tactless
Encyclopedia: Tactful