diplomacy
n.
management of international relations; tact
Diplomacy
diplomacy
Noun
1. negotiation between nations
(synonym) diplomatic negotiations
(hypernym) negotiation, dialogue, talks
(hyponym) dollar diplomacy
(class) convention
2. subtly skillful handling of a situation
(synonym) delicacy, discreetness, finesse
(hypernym) tact, tactfulness
3. wisdom in the management of public affairs
(synonym) statesmanship, statecraft
(hypernym) wisdom, wiseness
Diplomacy
(n.)
The body of ministers or envoys resident at a court; the diplomatic body.
(n.)
The art and practice of conducting negotiations between nations (particularly in securing treaties), including the methods and forms usually employed.
(n.)
Dexterity or skill in securing advantages; tact.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913), edited by Noah Porter.
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