statecraft
Translation
statecraft, diplomacy, statesmanship
Examples
The prime minister was skilled in the art of statecraft.
The prime minister was skilled in the art of statecraft.
Effective statecraft requires careful diplomacy.
Effective statecraft requires careful diplomacy.
Grammar Patterns
the art of statecraft the skill of governing a country She was a master of the art of statecraft.
Similar Words
Synonyms: diplomacy, statesmanship, governance
Etymology
A compound of 'state' (government) and 'craft' (skill, art). Literally, 'the skill of running a state'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'craft' or skill needed to manage a 'state' (country). Like witchcraft, but for politics.