diplomatic

diplomatic
dip•lo•mat•ic
[[t]ˌdɪp ləˈmæt ɪk[/t]] adj.
1) gov of, pertaining to, or engaged in diplomacy
2) skilled in dealing with sensitive matters or people; tactful
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Etymology: 1705–15; < F diplomatique < NL diplōmaticus= L diplōmat-, s. of diplōma diploma+-icus -ic dip`lo•mat′i•cal•ly, adv. syn: diplomatic, politic, tactful imply ability to avoid offending others, esp. in situations where this is important. diplomatic suggests a smoothness and skill in handling others, usu. in such a way as to attain one's own ends and yet avoid any unpleasantness or opposition: diplomatic inquiries about his finances. politic emphasizes expeiency or prudence in looking out for one's own interests, thus knowing how to treat people of different types in delicate situations: a truth which it is not politic to insist on. tactful suggests a nice touch in the handling of delicate matters or situations; it often involves a sincere desire not to hurt the feelings of others: a tactful way of correcting someone.

From formal English to slang. 2014.

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