Tactfulness

noun

noun ·Uncommon ·College level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The state or quality of being tactful. uncountable, usually

    "His tactfulness allowed him to be honest without making enemies."

  2. 2
    consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense wordnet
  3. 3
    Behavior or actions characterized by careful consideration in dealing with others, to avoid giving offense. wordnet

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"His tactfulness allowed him to be honest without making enemies."

Etymology

From tactful + -ness.

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