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Strategic

Verb / strʌˈti:dʒɪk / Another word for strategic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to the identification of long-term or overall aims and interests and the means of achieving them

Synonyms & similar words

strategical planned calculated deliberate premeditated systematic organized thought-out methodical well-planned well-thought-out judicious prudent sagacious wise cunning shrewd crafty clever

Synonyms by register

Formal

calculated deliberate planned methodical

Informal

clever smart shrewd wily

Literary

foresighted prescient far-seeing

Antonyms

tactical unplanned haphazard improvisational short-sighted reactive

Common collocations

  • strategic planning
  • strategic advantage
  • strategic decision
  • strategic goal
  • strategic move
  • strategic importance
  • strategic partnership
  • strategic vision

Word family

noun strategy
adverb strategically

Usage note

Often used in business and military contexts to describe long-term plans. Avoid confusing with 'tactical', which refers to shorter-term, specific actions.

Example sentences

  1. The general came up with a strategic plan to win the war.
  2. The company's strategic marketing plan led to increased sales.
  3. The coach had a strategic approach to the game.
  4. The politician had a strategic agenda for the upcoming election.
  5. The CEO made a strategic decision to merge with another company.

Quotes

  • A clear vision, backed by definite plans, gives you a tremendous feeling of confidence and personal power. - Brian Tracy
  • Strategy without tactics is the slowest route to victory. Tactics without strategy is the noise before defeat. - Sun Tzu
  • Good business leaders create a vision, articulate the vision, passionately own the vision, and relentlessly drive it to completion. - Jack Welch

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