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tactlessly

/ˈtækt.ləs.li/
tact · less · ly
Adjective:tactless
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• adverb

1

In a manner that lacks sensitivity, discretion, or consideration for the feelings of others, especially when dealing with delicate or awkward situations.

Example

"During the dinner party, he tactlessly brought up his friend's recent business failure in front of all the guests."

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• Nearby Words

tactile
tactilely
tactless
tactlessly
tactlessness
tacutu
tad

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from 'tactless' and the adverbial suffix '-ly'. The root 'tact' entered English in the 18th century via French from Latin 'tactus' ('sense of touch, feeling'), from 'tangere' ('to touch').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tactlessly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tactlessly
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