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Noun: diplomacy  di'plow-mu-see
  1. Negotiation between nations
    "The diplomacy aimed to resolve the border dispute between the two countries";
    - diplomatic negotiations
     
  2. Wisdom in the management of public affairs
    "The diplomat's diplomacy helped broker a peace agreement between the warring nations";
    - statesmanship, statecraft
     
  3. Subtly skilful handling of a situation
    "The ambassador's diplomacy helped ease tensions between the two countries";
    - delicacy, discreetness, finesse

Derived forms: diplomacies

Type of: dialogue, negotiation, tact, tactfulness, talks, wisdom, wiseness

Encyclopedia: Diplomacy