tactless
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for tactless, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Lacking sensitivity to other people's feelings, often causing unintended offense.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
inept
untactful
Antonyms
Etymology
From "tact" plus "-less."
Full origin of tactless →Frequently asked questions
What does “tactless” mean?
The word “tactless” means lacking sensitivity to other people's feelings, often causing unintended offense. In plain terms, careless or blunt in a way that hurts or embarrasses people, usually without meaning to.
How do you pronounce “tactless”?
“Tactless” is pronounced TAKT-luhs (/ˈtæktləs/ in IPA).
How do you use “tactless” in a sentence?
Here is “tactless” used in a sentence: “It was tactless to bring up her divorce at the dinner table.”
What is the opposite of “tactless”?
The opposite of “tactless” — its antonyms — is tactful.
What part of speech is “tactless”?
“Tactless” is an adjective.
