Exhibiting diplomacy; exercising tact or courtesy; using discussion to avoid hard feelings, fights or arguments.
describing a publication of a text which follows a single basic manuscript, but with variants in other manuscripts noted in the critical apparatus
Concerning the relationships between the governments of countries.
Relating to diplomatics, or the study of old texts; paleographic.
The science of diplomas, or the art of deciphering ancient writings and determining their age, authenticity, etc.; paleography.
Characterized by caution; guarded; careful; on one's guard
Cautious of danger; carefully watching and guarding against deception, trickery, and dangers; suspiciously prudent
thrifty, provident