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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

tacitly

IPA: /ˈtæsɪtli/

KK: /ˈtæsɪtli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is understood or agreed upon without being openly expressed; implied or unspoken.

Example: They tacitly agreed to the plan without discussing it.

tacitness

IPA: /ˈtæsɪtnəs/

KK: /ˈtæsɪtnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being understood or implied without being openly expressed.

Example: The tacitness of their agreement made it difficult to determine their true intentions.

taciturn

IPA: /ˈtæs.ɪ.tɜrn/

KK: /ˈtæsɪˌtɜrn/

adjective

Definition: Someone who is quiet and does not talk much, often preferring to listen rather than speak.

Example: Despite being taciturn, he had a lot of insightful thoughts to share when he chose to speak.

taciturnity

IPA: //ˌtæsɪˈtɜrnɪti//

KK: /ˈtæsɪˌtɜrnɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being quiet and not speaking much; a tendency to be reserved in conversation.

Example: Her taciturnity made it difficult for others to get to know her well.

tact

IPA: /tækt/

KK: /tækt/

noun

Definition: The ability to understand and deal with people in a sensitive and effective way, especially in social situations.

Example: She handled the difficult conversation with great tact, ensuring that no one was offended.

tactful

IPA: /ˈtæktfəl/

KK: /ˈtæktfəl/

adjective

Definition: Showing sensitivity and understanding in dealing with others, especially in difficult situations.

Example: She made a tactful suggestion that helped resolve the conflict without hurting anyone's feelings.

tactfulness

IPA: /ˈtæktfəl.nəs/

KK: /ˈtæktfəl/

noun

Definition: The quality of being sensitive to others' feelings and knowing how to communicate without causing offense.

Example: Her tactfulness helped her navigate the difficult conversation with grace.

tactic

IPA: /ˈtæktɪk/

KK: /ˈtæktɪk/

adjective

Definition: A word that describes a method or plan used to achieve a specific goal, often in a strategic way.

Example: The team used a clever tactic to win the game.

noun

Definition: A plan or method used to achieve a specific goal or to deal with a situation, often in a strategic way.

Example: The team used a clever tactic to win the game.

tactical

IPA: /ˈtæk.tɪ.kəl/

KK: /ˈtæktɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the planning and execution of actions that are intended to achieve a specific goal, often in a military context.

Example: The general devised a tactical plan to outmaneuver the enemy forces.

tactically

IPA: /ˈtæktɪkli/

KK: /ˈtæktɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is planned and calculated to achieve a specific goal or result.

Example: The team approached the game tactically, making strategic decisions at every turn.

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