Diplomatic

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1. Adjective

Alt. of Diplomatical

2. Noun

A minister, official agent, or envoy to a foreign court; a diplomatist.

3. Noun

The science of diplomas, or the art of deciphering ancient writings, and determining their age, authenticity, etc.; paleography.

4. Adjective

using or marked by tact in dealing with sensitive matters or people; "the hostess averted a confrontation with a diplomatic change of subject"
Vocabulary classified under Emotion and tone
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