Undiplomatic

Pronunciation: /ˌʌn.dɪ.pləˈmæt.ɪk/

Definitions of undiplomatic

adjective not exhibiting tact or diplomacy; lacking in diplomacy

Example Sentences

A1 She was being undiplomatic when she bluntly told her friend she didn't like her outfit.

A2 The politician's undiplomatic remarks caused tension between the two countries.

B1 The CEO's undiplomatic behavior during the negotiation jeopardized the deal.

B2 The ambassador's undiplomatic comments in the press conference sparked a diplomatic crisis.

C1 His undiplomatic approach to international relations alienated many of his allies.

C2 The president's undiplomatic actions led to strained diplomatic relations with multiple countries.

Examples of undiplomatic in a Sentence

formal The ambassador's undiplomatic remarks caused tension between the two countries.

informal She was being undiplomatic when she bluntly told him what she thought.

slang His undiplomatic behavior really rubbed people the wrong way.

figurative Her choice of words was undiplomatic, to say the least.

Grammatical Forms of undiplomatic

• past tense: undiplomatic
• plural: undiplomatics
• comparative: more undiplomatic
• superlative: most undiplomatic
• present tense: is undiplomatic
• future tense: will be undiplomatic
• perfect tense: has been undiplomatic
• continuous tense: is being undiplomatic
• singular: undiplomatic
• positive degree: undiplomatic
• infinitive: to be undiplomatic
• gerund: being undiplomatic
• participle: undiplomatic

Origin and Evolution of undiplomatic

First Known Use: 1828 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'undiplomatic' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning not, and the word 'diplomatic' which refers to skilled in dealing with sensitive matters or people.

Evolution of the word: The word 'undiplomatic' has retained its original meaning of lacking diplomacy or tact, but has also evolved to encompass a broader range of behaviors or statements that are not in line with traditional diplomatic norms.