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Examples of tactfulness are: | Examples of tactfulness are: | ||
* not speaking at all, where there is nothing complimentary to be said | * not speaking at all, where there is nothing complimentary to be said | ||
| − | * saying something complimentary even if it is not apparently true ( | + | * saying something complimentary even if it is not apparently true (i.e. "That's a unique hat you are wearing."—a compliment though unique may be interpreted in many ways) |
Examples of untactfulness are: | Examples of untactfulness are: | ||
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Tact is a prudence or a sense of politeness necessary in conversation with friends (or enemies) to maintain a good relationship.
Tact has similar meaning to diplomacy.
Examples of tactfulness are:
- not speaking at all, where there is nothing complimentary to be said
- saying something complimentary even if it is not apparently true (i.e. "That's a unique hat you are wearing."—a compliment though unique may be interpreted in many ways)
Examples of untactfulness are:
- stating that George Bush has big ears. (While possibly true it does not help improve the situation)
- any detrimental comments about a persons appearance, hygiene, or behavior