Diplomat (Noun)
Meaning 1
An official engaged in international negotiations.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The skilled diplomat brokered a historic peace agreement between the warring nations.
- She had spent years studying foreign policy to prepare for a career as a diplomat in the foreign service.
- After graduating from university, he began his training as a junior diplomat in the foreign office.
- A career diplomat with extensive experience, she had been instrumental in forging international partnerships.
- He retired from a distinguished career as a diplomat to pursue his love of teaching international relations.
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- George F. Kennan
- Minister Plenipotentiary
- Diplomatic Minister
- Embassador
- Envoy Extraordinary
- George Frost Kennan
- Papal Nuncio
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Meaning 2
A person who deals tactfully with others.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- She proved to be a skilled diplomat in negotiating the delicate merger between the two rival companies.
- The president appointed a seasoned diplomat as the new ambassador to a troubled region.
- He has a natural talent for being a diplomat and often helps his friends resolve their disputes.
- Her experience as a diplomat in several high-pressure situations prepared her well for the challenges of her new role.
- As a diplomat, he knew just what to say to ease the tension in the room and bring the negotiations back on track.