C1adjectiveformal2K

UK/["/ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk/"]/US/["/ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk/"]/

Meaning of Diplomatic

connected with managing relations between countries (= diplomacy)

In simple words: Related to managing relations between countries or handling conflicts carefully.

Diplomatic in a sentence

  • a diplomatic crisis
  • Attempts are being made to settle the dispute by diplomatic means.
  • to **break off/establish/restore diplomatic relations** with a country
  • a diplomatic answer
  • You could try being a little more diplomatic this time.

How to use Diplomatic

Use 'diplomatic' in formal contexts related to politics or international relations. It’s not appropriate in casual situations. Example: 'diplomatic relations' is a common term.

Grammar pattern

diplomatic + object

Memory hint

Think of 'diplomats' who are skilled at handling tricky situations—a 'diplomatic' approach avoids conflict.

Related words

Collocations with Diplomatic

  • diplomatic immunity
  • diplomatic relations
  • diplomatic negotiations
  • diplomatic skills
  • diplomatic channel

Synonyms for Diplomatic

  • tactful

Opposites of Diplomatic

Common mistakes with Diplomatic

  • Confusing 'diplomatic' with 'political'; they are not always interchangeable.
  • Using 'diplomatic' as a noun instead of an adjective.
  • Mispronouncing the word, especially the 'ma' part.

Diplomatic appears in

Diplomatic in other languages

More words like Diplomatic

People also search for

  • Diplomatic meaning
  • meaning of Diplomatic
  • Diplomatic definition
  • define Diplomatic
  • what does Diplomatic mean
  • Diplomatic means
  • how to use Diplomatic

Frequently asked questions about Diplomatic

What does Diplomatic mean?

Related to managing relations between countries or handling conflicts carefully.

What is the definition of Diplomatic?

connected with managing relations between countries (= diplomacy)

How do you use Diplomatic in a sentence?

a diplomatic crisis

Can you give another example of Diplomatic?

Attempts are being made to settle the dispute by diplomatic means.

What are synonyms for Diplomatic?

Common alternatives include tactful.

What is the opposite of Diplomatic?

Opposite meanings include hostile, antagonistic, unfriendly.

What words go with Diplomatic?

It commonly pairs with diplomatic immunity, diplomatic relations, diplomatic negotiations, diplomatic skills, diplomatic channel.

What are common mistakes when using Diplomatic?

Confusing 'diplomatic' with 'political'; they are not always interchangeable. Using 'diplomatic' as a noun instead of an adjective. Mispronouncing the word, especially the 'ma' part.

How do you pronounce Diplomatic?

US: /["/ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk/"]/, UK: /["/ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Diplomatic formal or informal?

"Diplomatic" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Diplomatic?

Use 'diplomatic' in formal contexts related to politics or international relations. It’s not appropriate in casual situations. Example: 'diplomatic relations' is a common term.

What CEFR level is Diplomatic?

"Diplomatic" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.