Strategize: meaning, definitions and examples
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strategize
[ ˈstræt̬.ə.dʒaɪz ]
business planning
To plan or carry out a strategy; to devise a plan for achieving a specific goal or outcome. Strategizing involves analyzing the current situation, setting objectives, and determining the best course of action.
Synonyms
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| Word | Description / Examples |
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| strategize |
Used in formal or professional settings when creating a long-term plan or approach to achieve a significant goal.
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| plan |
Broadly used in various contexts, from casual to professional, indicating a structured process of thinking about and organizing the activities required to achieve a desired goal.
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| plot |
Often used in narratives or stories to describe the sequence of events. When referring to actions outside of a story, it can imply secretive or possibly deceitful intentions.
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| scheme |
Commonly carries a negative connotation, suggesting a cunning or secretive plan, often for personal gain or to deceive others.
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Examples of usage
- Business leaders often strategize before entering a new market.
- The team spent hours strategizing for the upcoming project.
Translations
Translations of the word "strategize" in other languages:
🇵🇹 estrategizar
🇮🇳 रणनीति बनाना
🇩🇪 strategisieren
🇮🇩 menyusun strategi
🇺🇦 стратегувати
🇵🇱 strategizować
🇯🇵 戦略を立てる
🇫🇷 stratégiser
🇪🇸 estrategizar
🇹🇷 strateji oluşturmak
🇰🇷 전략을 세우다
🇸🇦 وضع استراتيجية
🇨🇿 strategizovat
🇸🇰 strategizovať
🇨🇳 制定战略
🇸🇮 strategizirati
🇮🇸 að gera áætlun
🇰🇿 стратегия жасау
🇬🇪 სტრატეგიის შემუშავება
🇦🇿 strategiyalaşdırmaq
🇲🇽 estrategizar
Etymology
The word 'strategize' originated from the noun 'strategy,' which comes from the Greek word 'strategia,' meaning 'office of general, command, or generalship.' The term evolved over time to refer to the planning and execution of military operations. In the business context, 'strategize' emerged as a verb in the 20th century to describe the process of planning and implementing strategies for achieving specific goals.