[syn: statesmanship, statecraft, diplomacy]
The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:
Diplomacy \Di*plo"ma*cy\, n. [F. diplomatie. This word, like
supremacy, retains the accent of its original. See
Diploma.]
1. The art and practice of conducting negotiations between
nations (particularly in securing treaties), including the
methods and forms usually employed.
[1913 Webster]
2. Dexterity or skill in securing advantages; tact.
[1913 Webster]
3. The body of ministers or envoys resident at a court; the
diplomatic body. [R.] --Burke. Diplomat
WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006):
diplomacy
n 1: negotiation between nations [syn: diplomacy, diplomatic
negotiations]
2: subtly skillful handling of a situation [syn: delicacy,
diplomacy, discreetness, finesse]
3: wisdom in the management of public affairs [syn:
statesmanship, statecraft, diplomacy]
The Devil's Dictionary (1881-1906):
DIPLOMACY, n. The patriotic art of lying for one's country.