Hypertext Webster Gateway: "tactful"
From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) (web1913)
Tactful \Tact"ful\, a.
Full of tact; characterized by a discerning sense of what is
right, proper, or judicious.
From WordNet (r) 1.7 (wn)
tactful
adj 1: 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" [ant: {tactless}]
2: showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people; "by
diplomatic conduct he avoided antagonizing anyone"; "a
tactful way of correcting someone"
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