diplomaticallyhonest
adjectiveUK /ˌdɪpləˈmætɪkli ˈɒnɪst/
US /ˌdɪpləˈmætɪkli ˈɑːnɪst/
Being honest in a kind way that does not hurt people's feelings.
She was diplomaticallyhonest when she told her friend the cake was interesting.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Speaking the truth while choosing words carefully to avoid offense.
His diplomaticallyhonest review praised the effort but gently noted the flaws.
3. Balancing frankness with politeness in a difficult conversation.
The manager was diplomaticallyhonest about the missed deadline.
4. Giving an honest opinion without being harsh or blunt.
She gave a diplomaticallyhonest answer that satisfied everyone.