as in manners
the ability to deal with others in touchy situations without offending them
that candidate is thought to lack the diplomacy necessary in dealing with people of power and influence
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of diplomacy
The series is about power, diplomacy and politics, but the team were decidedly non-partisan.
—
Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 20 Jan. 2025
With the reemergence of Turkey and Qatar as regional power brokers, the deal-making diplomacy of the hotel guys is now the only game in town.
—Hussein Ibish, The Atlantic, 19 Jan. 2025
Russian analysts say that the impetus from Washington to revive diplomacy represents a potential sea change.
—Fred Weir, The Christian Science Monitor, 17 Jan. 2025
In his global travels since Trump’s election, Fick has heard from foreign counterparts who are deeply concerned about the future of US tech and cyber diplomacy.
—Eric Geller, WIRED, 16 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for diplomacy 
Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 20 Jan. 2025
With the reemergence of Turkey and Qatar as regional power brokers, the deal-making diplomacy of the hotel guys is now the only game in town.
—Hussein Ibish, The Atlantic, 19 Jan. 2025
Russian analysts say that the impetus from Washington to revive diplomacy represents a potential sea change.
—Fred Weir, The Christian Science Monitor, 17 Jan. 2025
In his global travels since Trump’s election, Fick has heard from foreign counterparts who are deeply concerned about the future of US tech and cyber diplomacy.
—Eric Geller, WIRED, 16 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for diplomacy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diplomacy
Noun
-
After seeing how reluctant to move the horse was, their older sibling decided to jump in and help delay their owner's departure—albeit, with much gentler manners.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
-
For more on how to lose your clothes but not your manners, have a look at our perennial guide to nude beach etiquette.—
CNN,
The Mercury News,
30 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
With the divisional round of the NFL Playoffs slated for this weekend, both of the future Hall-of-Famers’ Super Bowl predictions are still in tact, as Brees and Gronkowski expect the Detroit Lions and Buffalo Bills to face-off in New Orleans next month.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
17 Jan. 2025
-
With all of the Hurricanes' first-round picks still in tact, general manager Eric Tulsky is reportedly looking to be an aggressive buyer this season; the missing piece will once again be adding a skilled forward.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
15 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Interpreting well requires strengths in cultural sensitivity, listening, and quick thinking.—
George Bradt,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
-
Start with a low concentration, pair it with a rich hand cream for hydration, and always follow up with sunscreen since retinol can increase sun sensitivity.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Crank up the gallantry, crank up the generosity: Send a spark of love and novelty into the black cloud.—
James Parker,
The Atlantic,
21 Jan. 2025
-
There is a back story to Crazy Horse's battlefield gallantry.—
Chip Bell,
Forbes,
14 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
To mitigate unnecessary risk for your company, also ensure that compliance is a part of the consideration.—
Forrester,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
-
The league would likely have teams in some of Europe’s most prominent cities: London, Manchester, Berlin, Paris and Munich are among those in consideration, though that is not a full list.—
Mike Vorkunov,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
Thesaurus Entries Near diplomacy
Cite this Entry
“Diplomacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diplomacy. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share