Tactful

['tæktfʊl;-f(ə)l] or ['tæktfl]

Definition

(adj.) showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people; 'by diplomatic conduct he avoided antagonizing anyone'; 'a tactful way of correcting someone'; 'the agency got the kid-glove treatment on Capitol Hill' .

(adj.) 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' .

Checker: Newman--From WordNet