Meaning & use
Tactfully
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In a manner showing sensitivity and skill in dealing with difficult situations or people without causing offense.
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She tactfully changed the subject when the conversation turned awkward.
He tactfully pointed out the error without embarrassing his colleague.
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Formed from "tactful" plus the adverbial suffix "-ly."
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