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Topic: Emotions

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.

tactfully

IPA: //ˈtæktfəli//

KK: /ˈtæktfəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows sensitivity and consideration for others' feelings.

Example: She tactfully suggested a different approach to the problem without offending anyone.

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.

tactilely

IPA: /ˈtæktɪli/

KK: /ˈtæktɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the sense of touch or physical sensation.

Example: The artist designed the sculpture tactilely, allowing people to feel its textures.

tactless

IPA: //ˈtæktləs//

KK: /ˈtæktləs/

adjective

Definition: Not being sensitive to others' feelings; often saying or doing things that are rude or inappropriate.

Example: His tactless comments made everyone uncomfortable at the dinner party.

tactlessness

IPA: //ˈtæktləsnəs//

KK: /ˈtæktləsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being insensitive or lacking in consideration for others' feelings.

Example: His tactlessness often led to awkward situations during conversations.

tactually

IPA: /tækˈtʃuːəli/

KK: /tæktʃuəli/

noun

Definition: In a way that relates to the sense of touch.

Example: The fabric felt tactually pleasing against my skin.

talebearer

IPA: //ˈteɪlˌbɛrər//

KK: /ˈteɪlˌbɛrər/

noun

Definition: A person who tells or spreads stories, especially gossip or rumors about others, often in a harmful way.

Example: She was known as a talebearer, always sharing the latest gossip about her neighbors.

talebearing

IPA: /ˈteɪlˌbɛərɪŋ/

KK: /ˈteɪlˌbɛrɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of spreading gossip or rumors about others.

Example: Her talebearing caused a lot of misunderstandings among the friends.

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