Soft power

noun

Definitions

1.nounPolitical influence that is extended by means of diplomacy, media, international assistance, cultural exchanges, etc., rather than by such "hard" means as military intervention or punitive economic measures.

Synonyms

smart power hard power sharp power social power public diplomacy power dynamics souplesse power politics powerism active measures power distance shuttle diplomacy

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