Plainness and Tact

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Plainness noun - The free expression of one's true feelings and opinions.

Usage example: his unabashed plainness in telling people exactly what he thought of them was often offensive

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Tact is an antonym for plainness.

Nearby Words: plain, plainly

Tact noun - The ability to deal with others in touchy situations without offending them.

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Plainness is an antonym for tact.

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