diplomatic

/ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk/adj
High School
1

Concerning the relationships between the governments of countries.

2

Exhibiting diplomacy; exercising tact or courtesy; using discussion to avoid hard feelings, fights or arguments.

3

Describing a publication of a text which follows a single basic manuscript, but with variants in other manuscripts noted in the critical apparatus.

4

Relating to diplomatics, or the study of old texts; paleographic.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing