1. an official who represents their country’s government in dealings with other countries
2. a person who is skilled at dealing with people in a tactful way

Examples

• The diplomat met with foreign ministers to discuss the trade agreement.
• She served as a diplomat in three different countries during her career.
• The ambassador is the highest-ranking diplomat at the embassy.
• He’s a skilled diplomat who can resolve conflicts without offending anyone.
• The company sent their best diplomat to negotiate the merger.
• As a diplomat, she learned to speak five languages fluently.
• The diplomat’s tactful approach helped avoid a major international incident.