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Definitions

diplomatic

[dip-luh-mat-ik] / ˌdɪp ləˈmæt ɪk /
ADJECTIVE
politic, tactful
Synonyms
STRONGEST
conciliatory gracious polite strategic
WEAK
adept arch artful astute bland brainy cagey calculating capable clever conniving contriving courteous crafty cunning deft delicate dexterous discreet guileful intriguing opportunistic prudent savvy scheming sensitive sharp shrewd sly smooth suave subtle wily
Antonyms
STRONGEST
rude
WEAK
artless impolite tactless

Example Sentences

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The risks of war were always said to be too high, it was never a good time, and there was always another diplomatic option to exhaust.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

“The U.S. can have a friendly diplomatic relationship with Cuba,” said Valdes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The summit is expected to consider what diplomatic and political steps could be taken to reopen the important shipping route, though the US was not set to attend.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Trump said he still aims for a diplomatic agreement to end the war.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

He was confident the new president would give him a valuable role in his administration, preferably a diplomatic appointment.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.