GRE Word List

TACTFUL

having or showing tact

The meaning of the word tactful is having or showing tact.

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WordMeaning
amnestythe act of an authority (such as a government) by which pardon is granted to a large group of individuals
luxuriateto grow profusely : thrive
palleta straw-filled tick or mattress
arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
variegateto diversify in external appearance especially with different colors : dapple
run-downan item-by-item report or review : summary
ragamuffina ragged often disreputable person
barristera counsel admitted to plead at the bar and undertake the public trial of causes in an English superior court compare solicitor
ablutionthe washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite)
acmethe highest point or stage