DIPLOMAT

diplomat, diplomatist

(noun) an official engaged in international negotiations

diplomat

(noun) a person who deals tactfully with others

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

diplomat (plural diplomats)

A person, such as an ambassador, who is accredited to represent a government officially in its relations with other governments or international organisations

(figuratively) Someone who uses skill and tact in dealing with other people

Synonyms

• diplomatist

Source: Wiktionary


Dip"lo*mat, Dip"lo*mate, n. Etym: [F. diplomate.]

Definition: A diplomatist.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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