tactful

Adjective
  1. Having or showing a sense of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others (synset 302392951)
    "she was tactful enough not to shatter his illusion"; "a tactful remark eased her embarrassment"
    also: considerate - showing concern for the rights and feelings of others
    similar to: discerning, discreet - unobtrusively perceptive and sympathetic
  2. Showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people (synset 300762714)
    "by diplomatic conduct he avoided antagonizing anyone"; "a tactful way of correcting someone"; "the agency got the kid-glove treatment on Capitol Hill"
    similar to: diplomatic, diplomatical - using or marked by tact in dealing with sensitive matters or people
    same as: kid-glove

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