diplomacy

• Nom désignant l'art et la pratique de mener des négociations et d'entretenir des relations entre nations, groupes ou individus, souvent caractérisés par du tact et de l'habileté.

A noun referring to the art and practice of conducting negotiations and maintaining relations between nations, groups, or individuals, often characterized by tact and skill.

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1. B2formalpolitical

   The profession, activity, or skill of managing international relations, typically by a country's representatives abroad.

   Diplomatie (relations internationales)

   • The two countries resolved their dispute through diplomacy.
   • She has a long career in international diplomacy.
   • Diplomacy is essential for maintaining peace between nations.

   Synonymesforeign policynegotiationstatecraftstatesmanship

2. Tact and skillB2formal

   The skill of dealing with people in a sensitive and effective way, especially in difficult situations.

   Diplomatie (sens figuré)

   • He handled the awkward situation with great diplomacy.
   • Tact and diplomacy are required when giving negative feedback.
   • She used diplomacy to calm the angry customer.

   Synonymesdelicacydiscretionfinessesavoir-fairesensitivitytacttactfulness

   Antonymesawkwardnessbluntnessinsensitivityrudenesstactlessness