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tact vs delicacy

delicacy vs tact

tact and delicacy both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
tact Yes No No No
delicacy Yes No No No
As nouns, delicacy is a hyponym of tact; that is, delicacy is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than tact:
  • tact: consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense
  • delicacy: subtly skillful handling of a situation
Other hyponyms of tact include diplomacy, discreetness, finesse, address, savoir-faire, tactfulness.
tact (noun) delicacy (noun)
consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense the quality of being beautiful and delicate in appearance
subtly skillful handling of a situation
lack of physical strength
slenderness
lightness in movement or manner
refined taste; tact
something considered choice to eat
Difference between tact and delicacy

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