politic — showing prudent judgment; diplomatically wise or shrewd
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: showing prudent judgment; diplomatically wise or shrewd
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpɑːlɪtɪk/
Korean meaning: 신중한, 분별있는, 외교적으로 현명한
Korean pronunciation: **팔**리틱
Example Sentences
- It would be politic to compliment your mother-in-law's cooking, even if it tastes like cardboard.
- The CEO made a politic statement that pleased both investors and employees.
- She gave a politic smile when her rival won the award, hiding her disappointment perfectly.
politic
ADJECTIVE//ˈpɑːlɪtɪk//
showing prudent judgment; diplomatically wise or shrewd
a calm business mediator carefully listens to both sides while gesturing diplomatically with open palms. She pauses thoughtfully before speaking, choosing her words with visible consideration. Her measured response causes the tension between the two arguing executives to visibly decrease. The previously hostile executives begin nodding and leaning back in their chairs more relaxed. Other board members around the table show relief as the conflict de-escalates. someone being prudent and diplomatically wise in handling a delicate situation
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Origin
From Greek 'politikos' meaning 'of citizens or the state,' derived from 'polis' (city-state). It originally described the art of wise governance and diplomatic conduct in ancient Greek city-states.
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“It would be politic to compliment your mother-in-law's cooking, even if it tastes like cardboard.”
“The CEO made a politic statement that pleased both investors and employees.”
“She gave a politic smile when her rival won the award, hiding her disappointment perfectly.”
“It's always politic to let your boss think their terrible jokes are hilarious.”
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