A lack of sensitivity or tact in dealing with others, often resulting in offense or embarrassment. His indelicacy in discussing personal matters made everyone uncomfortable at the dinner table.
An act or expression that is considered improper or offensive. The comedian's indelicacy during the performance led to several complaints from the audience.
The quality or state of being coarse, crude, or lacking refinement. The novel was criticized for the indelicacy of its language.