Diplomatic Phrases

adjective showing a polite and friendly desire to avoid disagreement and argument

• The two parties reached an amicable agreement after thorough negotiations.
• They ended their relationship on amicable terms and remained friends.
• They decided to part ways but kept it amicable.
• The sun and the moon had an amicable arrangement to take turns in the sky.

noun a temporary suspension of fighting or warfare

verb to stop or discontinue fighting or shooting

• The two countries have agreed to a cease fire in order to negotiate a peace treaty.
• Hey, did you hear about the cease fire between the rival gangs?
• Let's hope the cease fire holds this time and there's no more fighting.
• Sometimes we need to declare a cease fire in our own minds to find peace and clarity.

noun a conference between opposing sides in a dispute, especially a discussion of terms for an armistice.

verb to hold a conference or discussion, especially with an enemy

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• The two diplomats met to parley and negotiate a peace agreement.
• Let's parley with the boss to see if we can get a raise.
• I heard they're going to parley about the new project during lunch.
• Sometimes it's necessary to parley with your inner demons to find peace.

noun a congratulatory expression or message

interjection used to express congratulations or good wishes

• I extend my sincerest felicitations on your recent promotion.
• Hey, felicitations on acing your exams!
• Dude, felicitations on getting the job!
• His success was a felicitation of his hard work and dedication.

noun formal politeness or courteous behavior

adjective polite or courteous

• Her politesse and grace were evident in every interaction she had.
• He showed great politesse by holding the door open for the elderly woman.
• I appreciate your politesse in not calling me out in front of everyone.
• The politesse of his words masked the true intentions behind them.

noun A matter that is of concern or importance; a situation or event that is noteworthy or significant

• The business affaire was handled with utmost professionalism.
• I heard about the scandalous affaire between the two coworkers.
• Did you hear about the juicy affaire going on in the office?
• Their partnership was like a love affaire, full of passion and drama.