Noun: diplomat 'di-plu,mat
- An official engaged in international negotiations
"The diplomat worked to ease tensions between the two countries";
- diplomatist
- A person who deals tactfully with others
"Her skills as a diplomat helped resolve the conflict between the two departments"
Derived forms: diplomats
Type of: functionary, go-between, intercessor, intermediary, intermediate, intermediator, mediator, official
Encyclopedia: Diplomat