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tactic

 

[ ˈtæktɪk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

strategy

An action or strategy carefully planned to achieve a specific end.

Synonyms

plan, scheme, strategy

Examples of usage

  • His tactics in the negotiation were very effective.
  • The team devised a new tactic to win the game.
  • She used clever tactics to outsmart her opponent.
Context #2 | Noun

military

The art of disposing armed forces in order of battle and of organizing operations, especially during contact with an enemy.

Synonyms

maneuver, strategy, technique

Examples of usage

  • The general's tactics led to a successful ambush.
  • The enemy changed their tactics to counter the offensive.
  • The soldiers were trained in various tactics for different scenarios.
Context #3 | Noun

sports

A plan for achieving a specific goal in a game or competition.

Synonyms

approach, game plan, strategy

Examples of usage

  • The coach implemented a new tactic for the upcoming match.
  • The team's defensive tactics were key to their victory.
  • His aggressive tactics put pressure on the opposing team.

Translations

Translations of the word "tactic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tática

🇮🇳 रणनीति

🇩🇪 Taktik

🇮🇩 taktik

🇺🇦 тактика

🇵🇱 taktyka

🇯🇵 戦術 (せんじゅつ)

🇫🇷 tactique

🇪🇸 táctica

🇹🇷 taktik

🇰🇷 전술 (jeonsul)

🇸🇦 تكتيك

🇨🇿 taktika

🇸🇰 taktika

🇨🇳 战术 (zhànshù)

🇸🇮 taktika

🇮🇸 taktík

🇰🇿 тактика

🇬🇪 ტაქტიკა (takt'ika)

🇦🇿 taktika

🇲🇽 táctica

Etymology

The word 'tactic' originated from the Greek word 'taktikos', meaning 'of or relating to arrangement or order'. It was first used in English in the early 17th century to refer to the art of deploying troops in battle. Over time, the term evolved to encompass a broader range of strategic planning and maneuvering in various contexts, including military, sports, and business.

See also: intact, tactful, tactfully, tactile, tactless.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,585, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.