Cutting and Diplomatic

Cutting

Cutting adjective - Marked by the use of wit that is intended to cause hurt feelings.
Usage example: her cutting comments serve only one purpose: to make someone cry

Diplomatic is an antonym for cutting.

Nearby Words: cut, cutter

Diplomatic

Diplomatic adjective - Having or showing tact.

Cutting is an antonym for diplomatic.

Both words in one sentence

  • Just For Fun / Ponies with Pikes Seeing this as an act of diplomatic impiety (and appreciating an opportunity to utilise some cutting-edge magic and technology), the Griffon Union declared war and landed èn masse on Equestria's eastern shores, venturing deep into Pony lands.
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