diplomatic
Meaning
Pertaining to the conduct of international relations and the management of affairs between nations, characterized by tact, sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex social dynamics to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
💡 While "diplomatic" often implies a positive connotation of tactfulness, it can also be used in a more critical sense to describe actions perceived as evasive or lacking in directness.
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