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ambassadorial

/æmˌbæs.əˈdɔːr.i.əl/
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1

Relating to, belonging to, or characteristic of an ambassador or official diplomatic mission.

Example

"The historic mansion has served as the official ambassadorial residence in the capital for over a century."


2

Having the dignified, tactful, or representative qualities expected of a diplomat or goodwill representative.

Example

"In her ambassadorial role for the university, she welcomed visiting scholars from around the world with warmth and poise."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-18th century from 'ambassador' plus the adjectival suffix '-ial'; 'ambassador' itself derives via Old French and Old Italian from Medieval Latin ambactia ('mission' or 'service'), ultimately rooted in Gaulish ambactus ('servant' or 'messenger').

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