CEFR C1

statecraft

noun

Meaning

The skillful management of public affairs and the exercise of government authority, particularly in international relations.

Examples

The president's approach to statecraft emphasized quiet diplomacy over public confrontation.
Historians often analyze the statecraft of 19th-century leaders to understand how they avoided major conflicts.

Synonyms: governance, diplomacy, statesmanship, realpolitik

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statecraft (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈsteɪtkræft/

Definition

The skillful management of public affairs and the exercise of government authority, particularly in international relations.

Examples

The president's approach to statecraft emphasized quiet diplomacy over public confrontation.
Historians often analyze the statecraft of 19th-century leaders to understand how they avoided major conflicts.
Effective statecraft requires a deep understanding of both domestic needs and global political dynamics.

Synonyms of statecraft

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