diplomatic wording
noun phraseUK /ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk ˈwɜːdɪŋ/
US /ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk ˈwɝːdɪŋ/
Words chosen carefully so nobody feels hurt or angry.
The teacher used diplomatic wording when she told the class their project needed more work.
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2. Language used by officials to keep peace between countries.
The treaty's diplomatic wording avoided blaming either nation.
3. Softened speech that hides a harsh truth.
Saying he is 'between jobs' is diplomatic wording for being unemployed.
4. Formal, neutral language in official letters or statements.
The company's diplomatic wording kept customers calm during the recall.