Diplomatic
Example: The diplomatic talks helped prevent a major conflict between countries.
Definition
"Diplomatic" describes actions or behavior related to managing international relations and negotiations between countries, often aimed at resolving conflicts or fostering cooperation. For example, diplomatic talks helped prevent a major conflict between countries by promoting peaceful dialogue.
Etymology
The word "diplomatic" derives from the Greek 'diplōma,' meaning 'folded paper or document,' which referred to official documents. It entered English via Latin and French during the 17th century, originally relating to official correspondence and later expanding to mean skilled negotiation between states. Did you know? The term's connection to documents reflects the historical importance of written treaties in diplomacy.
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"Diplomatic" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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