Meaning & use
diplomat
An official who represents their government and manages relations with other countries.
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The diplomat negotiated a new trade agreement between the two nations.
As a young diplomat, she was posted to the embassy in Rome.
A note on using this word
Also used loosely to describe someone tactful in handling disagreements, as in 'be a diplomat about it.'
Words with a similar meaning
ambassadorenvoy
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