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Diplomats

Verb / ˈdɪplʌˌmæts / Another word for diplomats — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Diplomats are people who work for the government and try to solve problems between different countries.

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Common collocations

  • foreign diplomats
  • senior diplomats
  • diplomats and officials
  • diplomats from various countries
  • accredited diplomats
  • career diplomats
  • diplomats held
  • diplomats arrived

Word family

adjective diplomatic

Usage note

Diplomats are individuals engaged in diplomacy, representing their country's interests abroad. The term often implies professionalism and a focus on negotiation and international relations.

Example sentences

  1. The diplomats from different countries met to discuss a peace treaty.
  2. The job of a diplomat can be difficult because they have to negotiate with people from different cultures.
  3. The diplomats worked together to find a solution to the problem.
  4. The diplomats were able to create a trade agreement between the two countries.
  5. The ambassador is the highest-ranking diplomat in a country.

Quotes

  • Diplomats are useful only in fair weather. As soon as it rains they drown in every drop. - Charles de Gaulle
  • Diplomats make it their business to conceal the facts. - Margaret Sanger
  • A diplomat is a man who always remembers a woman's birthday but never remembers her age. - Robert Frost

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