Definition

Not relating to diplomacy or diplomatic relations; often used to describe actions or statements that are blunt or not tactful.

Example

His nondiplomatic remarks during the meeting surprised everyone.

Conversation

Did you see how he handled that argument at the meeting?

Yeah, it was a bit too nondiplomatic for my taste.

I know, right? It felt like he could have been more tactful.

Absolutely, being nondiplomatic rarely helps in those situations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nondiplomatic → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "diplomatic" (from Greek "diplomatikos", meaning relating to a diploma or official document). The word "nondiplomatic" means not relating to diplomacy or official negotiations.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'diplomatic' relating to official matters — so nondiplomatic describes something that is not related to official negotiations.

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