B1 — Intermediateadjective
diplomatico
diplomatic, tactful, skilful in handling people
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
tattoaccortoabilesottileequilibrato
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
maldestroscortesedirettobrutalesgarbato
Usage note
'Diplomatico' as a personality trait means tactful and skilled at managing relationships. 'Tatto' (noun: tact) is used here adjectivally in combinations. 'Accorto' means prudently clever. 'Sottile' implies subtle. Note: 'diplomatico' also means diplomat (noun).
Example
"Ha risposto in modo diplomatico per non ferire i sentimenti di nessuno."
"She answered diplomatically so as not to hurt anyone's feelings."
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