diplomacy

[di'pləuməsi]

n. 外交

例句与用法：

The phrase "secret diplomacy" has long been a red rag to American public opinion.

“秘密外交政策”的说法长期以来引起了美国公众的愤怒。

The spy's activities were concealed by the cloak of diplomacy.

间谍的活动是在外交的掩护下暗中进行的。

The defeat constitutes a major set-back for our diplomacy.

这次失败是我们外交上的重大挫折。

详细释义：

n.[U]

1. 外交

The new ambassador is highly experienced in international diplomacy.

新外交官在国际外交方面经验丰富。

2. 外交手腕

The special envoy handled the delicate situation with diplomacy.

这位特使用外交手腕处理了这一微妙的局势。

3. 交际手段; 策略; 圆滑

Tom showed diplomacy in being very helpful at home the day he wanted to use the car.

汤姆在想用汽车的那一天帮助家里做了不少事, 显得很圆滑。