Tactless vs. Diplomatic — What's the Difference?

Lacking or exhibiting a lack of tact; bluntly inconsiderate or indiscreet.

Of, relating to, or involving diplomacy or diplomats.

Having no tact; unaware or intentionally inconsiderate of someone else's feelings

Using or marked by tact and sensitivity in dealing with others.

Destitute of tact.

Of or relating to diplomatics.

Lacking or showing a lack of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others;

Being an exact copy of the original

Showing skill in handling difficult situations

Concerning the relationships between the governments of countries.

Revealing lack of perceptiveness or judgment or finesse;

Exhibiting diplomacy; exercising tact or courtesy; using discussion to avoid hard feelings, fights or arguments.

Describing a publication of a text which follows a single basic manuscript, but with variants in other manuscripts noted in the critical apparatus.

Relating to diplomatics, or the study of old texts; paleographic.

The science of diplomas, or the art of deciphering ancient writings and determining their age, authenticity, etc.; paleography.

Pertaining to diplomacy; relating to the foreign ministers at a court, who are called the diplomatic body.

Characterized by tact and shrewdness; dexterous; artful; as, diplomatic management.

Pertaining to diplomatics; paleographic.

A minister, official agent, or envoy to a foreign court; a diplomatist.

Relating to or characteristic of diplomacy;

Skilled in dealing with sensitive matters or people

Able to take a broad view of negotiations between states