CEFR B2

tact

noun

Meaning

Skill and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues, without causing offense.

Examples

She handled the delicate situation with great tact, ensuring no one felt blamed.
It requires a lot of tact to give constructive criticism without discouraging the artist.

Synonyms: diplomacy, discretion, sensitivity, delicacy

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tact (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /tækt/

Definition

Skill and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues, without causing offense.

Examples

She handled the delicate situation with great tact, ensuring no one felt blamed.
It requires a lot of tact to give constructive criticism without discouraging the artist.
His lack of tact often led to misunderstandings and hurt feelings among his colleagues.

How to Use tact

with tact (prepositional phrase): In a way that shows sensitivity and skill. — "She delivered the bad news with tact and compassion."
a lack of tact (collocation): The absence of sensitivity in dealing with others. — "His blunt remark was a clear example of a lack of tact."
require tact (collocation): To need sensitivity and skill. — "Mediating the dispute will require considerable tact."

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