tactfully

• Adverbe signifiant « d'une manière qui fait preuve de délicatesse et d'habileté dans les relations avec autrui » ou « en tenant compte avec prudence des sentiments des autres ». Décrit des actions accomplies avec diplomatie et tact afin d'éviter d'offenser.

An adverb meaning "in a manner that shows sensitivity and skill in dealing with others" or "with careful consideration of others' feelings." It describes actions performed with diplomacy and discretion to avoid causing offense.

1. With sensitivity and diplomacyB2formal

   In a way that avoids offending others and shows careful consideration of their feelings.

   avec tact

   • She tactfully declined the invitation without hurting his feelings.
   • He tactfully pointed out the mistake in the report.
   • The manager tactfully handled the employee's complaint.

   Synonymesconsideratelydelicatelydiplomaticallydiscreetlysensitively

   Antonymesbluntlyinsensitivelytactlessly