tact

[takt] / tækt /

NOUN

finesse, thoughtfulness

Synonyms

STRONGEST

common-sense discretion prudence refinement sensitivity subtlety

STRONG

acumen acuteness address adroitness amenity aptness care consideration control courtesy delicacy diplomacy discernment discrimination gallantry head intelligence judgment penetration perception perspicacity poise policy presence repose skill smoothness suavity tactfulness understanding urbanity

WEAK

delicatesse good taste horse sense politicness savoir faire

Antonyms

STRONGEST

carelessness

STRONG

agitation bad manners disregard ignorance impoliteness inability ineptness neglect negligence omission rudeness stupidity thoughtlessness upset

WEAK

indiscretion tactlessness

Example Sentences

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And the creator of the video is not known for his delicacy or tact.

From Slate • Feb. 6, 2026

Edwards-Jones’ journalism background shows up — it’s well researched and presented with tact.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 20, 2026

Prior to the loss to Sean Dyche's side there had been shoots of improvement, so with that said Sunday's loss is unlikely to prompt an immediate change of tact.

From BBC • Dec. 15, 2025

Abbott later changed tact, removing references to the DOJ letter when he called lawmakers back for a second special session, after Democrats returned from their quorum break.

From Salon • Nov. 22, 2025

I remember that it earned me a good enough grade, but my teacher suggested with quiet tact that next time I try writing about ‘something you know more about—something closer to home.’

From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez

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Common Senses: Tact, Tang ("Touch")

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