C1adjective formal 2K

Strategic

🇬🇧 UK /["/strəˈtiːdʒɪk/","/strəˈtiːdʒɪkl/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/strəˈtiːdʒɪk/","/strəˈtiːdʒɪkl/"]/

Meaning of Strategic

done as part of a plan that is meant to achieve a particular purpose or to gain an advantage

In simple words: related to planning and reaching goals

Strategic in a sentence

• strategic planning
• a strategic decision to sell off part of the business
• Cameras were set up at strategic points *(= in places where they would be most effective)* along the route.
• Malta was of vital strategic importance during the war.
• a strategic alliance
• the strategic bombing of communication centres
• strategic missiles

How to use Strategic

Used in contexts where careful planning is necessary, often in business or military situations. Avoid using it in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'strategy' — 'strategic' relates to creating a smart plan.

Related words

Collocations with Strategic

• strategic plan
• strategic decision
• strategic approach
• strategic goals

Synonyms for Strategic

• tactical
• calculating
• planned
• purposeful
• deliberate

Opposites of Strategic

• short-sighted
• hasty
• impulsive

Common mistakes with Strategic

• Confused with 'strategic' vs 'strategical' (the latter is less common)
• Using it to describe non-planned situations
• Mispronouncing it as 'strate-gic' instead of 'stra-teg-ic'

Frequently asked questions about Strategic

What does Strategic mean?

related to planning and reaching goals

What is the definition of Strategic?

done as part of a plan that is meant to achieve a particular purpose or to gain an advantage

How do you use Strategic in a sentence?

strategic planning

Can you give another example of Strategic?

a strategic decision to sell off part of the business

What are synonyms for Strategic?

Common alternatives include tactical, calculating, planned, purposeful, deliberate.

What is the opposite of Strategic?

Opposite meanings include short-sighted, hasty, impulsive.

What words go with Strategic?

It commonly pairs with strategic plan, strategic decision, strategic approach, strategic goals.

What are common mistakes when using Strategic?

Confused with 'strategic' vs 'strategical' (the latter is less common) Using it to describe non-planned situations Mispronouncing it as 'strate-gic' instead of 'stra-teg-ic'

How do you pronounce Strategic?

US: /["/strəˈtiːdʒɪk/","/strəˈtiːdʒɪkl/"]/, UK: /["/strəˈtiːdʒɪk/","/strəˈtiːdʒɪkl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Strategic formal or informal?

"Strategic" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Strategic?

Used in contexts where careful planning is necessary, often in business or military situations. Avoid using it in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Strategic?

"Strategic" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.