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 United States is starting from scratch, and with the new registration procedure, some NGOs will leave," said a European diplomatic source in the region, asking not to be named.

From Barron's

But, she warned, fewer safeguards risks leaving the world without diplomatic tools to resolve tensions.

From Barron's

Media and diplomatic teams helped keep the hostages at the centre of attention.

From BBC

But this is about more than economic or diplomatic diversification.

From BBC

Representatives of the South American Mercosur bloc met in Brazil Friday, as EU diplomatic sources said a long-delayed trade deal may now be signed on January 12.

From Barron's

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