Added 8 October 2026
diplomacy
/dɪˈpləʊməsi/ noun
In Latin: diplōmatia Wiktionary
noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about diplomacy at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
- Negotiation between nations.
- Subtly skillful handling of a situation.
- Wisdom in the management of public affairs.
Origin
From French diplomatie, a back-formation from diplomatique, ultimately from Latin diploma (“a letter of recommendation or authority”); see diploma.
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