adjective showing a lack of tact or consideration
Used to describe inappropriate or offensive language or behavior in a literary work.
Used to discuss behavior or language that is considered tactless or lacking in sensitivity.
Describing actions or statements that are considered inappropriate or offensive in a legal context.
Describing behavior that is considered rude or improper in social situations.
Describing art that is considered crude or offensive in its depiction.
Referring to discussions or actions that are considered insensitive or inappropriate in the medical field.
In the writing world, 'indelicate' may be used to describe a character's behavior or language that is considered rude or offensive.
Psychologists may use the term 'indelicate' to refer to inappropriate or insensitive comments made by a patient during therapy sessions.
Journalists may use 'indelicate' to describe a controversial statement made by a public figure in an interview or press conference.
HR managers may use 'indelicate' to discuss inappropriate behavior in the workplace that violates company policies.