Wordiyodiplo
GreekVariants
diplodipladiplom
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About This Root
From Greek diploos (double, twofold), from di- (two) + -ploos (fold). Originally described a folded document — the diploma was a "double-folded" official paper. From there, diplomacy emerged as the art of conducting affairs between states through such documents, and diplomat as the person who does it.
Associated Words
diploma
An official certificate of educational achievement
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diplomacy
The conduct of international relations; tact in dealing with people
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diplomas
Plural of diploma; official certificates of educational achievement
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diplomat
An official representing a government abroad; a tactful person
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diplomatic
Relating to diplomacy; tactful in dealing with people
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