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TACTLESS

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Revealing lack of perceptiveness or judgment or finesse

Example:

it was tactless to bring up those disagreeable

Synonyms:

inept; tactless

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

maladroit (not adroit)

Derivation:

tactlessness (the quality of lacking tact)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Lacking or showing a lack of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others

Example:

in the circumstances it was tactless to ask her age

Synonyms:

tactless; untactful

Classified under:

Adjectives

Also:

inconsiderate (lacking regard for the rights or feelings of others)

inelegant (lacking in refinement or grace or good taste)

Antonym:

tactful (having or showing a sense of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others)

Derivation:

tactlessness (the quality of lacking tact)

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