Choose the most appropriate option to fill the blank in the given sentence.
The diplomat was known for his ______ approach, always choosing words that would not offend anyone.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Correct Answer: tactful
Explanation:
• Tactful means having or showing the ability to speak or act without offending others. The clue in the sentence—"always choosing words that would not offend anyone"—directly points to this quality.
• Example: She gave a tactful reply to avoid hurting her friend's feelings.Word | Meaning
Blunt | Uncompromisingly forthright or direct; lacking subtlety
Harsh | Unpleasantly rough, severe, or cruel
Rigid | Inflexible and unwilling to change