a. | 1. | Destitute of tact. |
Adj. | 1. | tactless - lacking or showing a lack of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others; "in the circumstances it was tactless to ask her age" Synonyms: untactful Antonyms: tactful - 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" |
2. | tactless - showing skill in handling difficult situations Synonyms: undiplomatic | |
3. | tactless - revealing lack of perceptiveness or judgment or finesse; "an inept remark"; "it was tactless to bring up those disagreeable" Synonyms: inept |