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politic

Definition of politic

Pronunciation

  • (RP) IPA: /ˈpɒlətɪk/, SAMPA: /"pQl@tIk/
  • (US) IPA: /ˈpɑlətɪk/, SAMPA: /"pAl@tIk/

Adjective

politic (comparative more politic, superlative most politic)

  1. shrewd, prudent and expedient
  2. discreet and diplomatic
  3. artful, crafty or cunning

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