Dictionary Check: tactfulness
"tactfulness" is a valid word!
Scrabble
16
points
Words with Friends
20
points
Definition
noun
consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense
noun
Behavior or actions characterized by careful consideration in dealing with others, to avoid giving offense.
Example:
"In its opinion, the court's 6-3 majority took pains to note that they were not ruling on the wisdom or tactfulness of the governor's decision."
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