(adj) having or showing a sense of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others, Ant. tactless, Example:she was tactful enough not to shatter his illusion; a tactful remark eased her embarrassment
(adj) showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people, Syn. kid-glove, Example:by diplomatic conduct he avoided antagonizing anyone; a tactful way of correcting someone; the agency got the kid-glove treatment on Capitol Hill
(adj) lacking or showing a lack of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others, Syn. untactful, Ant. tactful, Example:in the circumstances it was tactless to ask her age
The Collaborative International Dictionary of English (GCIDE) v.0.53 Collaborative International Dictionary (GCIDE)
[きをきかせる, kiwokikaseru] (exp, v1) (1) (See 気が利く・1) to (take in the situation, etc.) and make the smart move; (2) (See 気が利く・2) to (consider someone's feelings) and do the tactful or helpful thing