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diplomatically

/ˌdɪp.ləˈmæt̬.ɪ.kli/
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Adjective:diplomatic
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• adverb

1

In a tactful, sensitive, and skilful manner that avoids offending others or causing conflict.

Example

"She diplomatically suggested that the proposal needed further revision before being presented to the board."

2

By means of or with regard to formal diplomacy and international relations between states.

Example

"The two nations agreed to resolve the border dispute diplomatically rather than through economic sanctions."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from 'diplomatic' plus '-ally', ultimately tracing back via French to the Ancient Greek 'diploma' ('folded paper' or 'official document'), from 'diploun' ('to double' or 'fold').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Diplomatically. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/diplomatically
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