shrewd or prudent in practical matters; tactful; diplomatic.

contrived in a shrewd and practical way; expedient

a politic reply.

political

the body politic.

adjective

impolitic , indiscreet , injudicious , tactless , unwise

adjective

adroit , advisable , canny * , cool , delicate , diplomatic , discreet , expedient , in one’s best interests , judicious , on the lookout , perspicacious , prudent , sagacious , sensible , sharp , shrewd , smooth , tactical , tuned in , urbane , sensitive , tactful , artful , astute , calculating , crafty , cunning , political , strategic , wise