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Diplomatic
Dih-pluh-MA-tihk
/ˌdɪplʌˈmætɪk/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
diplomatic
Dictionary meaning
Using or marked by tact in dealing with sensitive matters or people.
Examples
- The hostess averted a confrontation with a diplomatic chenage of subject.
- Diplomatic immunity.
Synonyms: diplomatical
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