indelicacy

/ɪndɪˈlɪsɪti/

Definitions

1. noun

a lack of delicacy or refinement in thought or action; a tactless or embarrassing situation

“The politician’s indelicacy in handling the sensitive issue led to a public outcry.”

2. noun

the quality of being tactless or lacking in refinement

“His indelicacy of speech often got him into trouble at social gatherings.”

Synonyms

  • coarseness
  • tactlessness

Antonyms

  • delicacy
  • sensitivity