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   diplomatic

   /ˌdɪpləˈmatɪk/

   adjective

   • 1. of or concerning diplomacy: "diplomatic relations with Britain were broken" Similar ambassadorialconsularforeign-policypolitical
   • ▪ having or showing an ability to deal with people in a sensitive and tactful way: "he tried his best to be diplomatic" Similar tactfulsensitivesubtledelicatediscreetjudiciousdiscerningprudentpoliticcleverskilfulpolitethoughtfulunderstandingcarefulOpposite indiscreettactless
   • 2. (of an edition or copy) exactly reproducing an original version: "a diplomatic transcription"

   Word Origin early 18th century (in the sense ‘relating to official documents’): from modern Latin diplomaticus and French diplomatique, from Latin diploma (see diploma). diplomatic (sense 1) (late 18th century) is probably due to the publication of the Codex Juris Gentium Diplomaticus (1695), a collection of originals of important public documents, many of which dealt with international affairs.

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishDIPLOMATIC | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   C1. involving diplomats or the management of the relationships between countries: diplomatic negotiations. C2 approving. acting in a way that does not cause offence: Ask him nicely - be diplomatic. Fewer examples. Surely a diplomatic solution is preferable to war.

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   Diplomatic, politic, tactful imply ability to avoid offending others or hurting their feelings, especially in situations where this ability is important.

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   The meaning of DIPLOMATIC is paleographic. How to use diplomatic in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Diplomatic.

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   If you have the ability to say the right thing when two friends are fighting, making both sides happy, you are diplomatic. You have tact. You are a peacemaker. You can be diplomatic in your personal life if you’re polite, easy to get along with, and able to deliver bad news in a kind way.

6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishdiplomatic adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and...

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   Definition of diplomatic adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   diplomatic suggests a smoothness and skill in handling others, usually in such a way as to attain one’s own ends and yet avoid any unpleasantness or opposition: By diplomatic conduct he avoided antagonizing anyone. politic emphasizes expediency or prudence in looking out for one’s own interests, thus knowing how to treat people of different ...

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   DIPLOMATIC definition: 1. relating to diplomacy or diplomats: 2. good at dealing with people without upsetting them: . Learn more.

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   The meaning of DIPLOMACY is the art and practice of conducting negotiations between nations. How to use diplomacy in a sentence.

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    Definitions of 'diplomatic' 1. Diplomatic means relating to diplomacy and diplomats. [...] 2. Someone who is diplomatic is able to be careful to say or do things without offending people. [...] More. Synonyms of 'diplomatic' • consular, official, foreign-office, ambassadorial [...] • tactful, politic, sensitive, subtle [...] More.

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    Define diplomatic. diplomatic synonyms, diplomatic pronunciation, diplomatic translation, English dictionary definition of diplomatic. adj. 1. Of, relating to, or involving diplomacy or diplomats. 2. Using or marked by tact and sensitivity in dealing with others. 3. a. Of or relating to...