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Tactically: meaning, definitions and examples

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tactically

 

[ ˈtæktɪkli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a strategic manner

The term 'tactically' refers to actions or decisions made with careful consideration and planning, particularly in the context of achieving specific goals or objectives. It emphasizes the importance of strategy over brute force or random actions. This term is often used in military, business, and sports contexts where strategy plays a crucial role in success. When one acts tactically, they often analyze the situation carefully to select the best course of action.

Synonyms

methodically, strategically, systematically

Examples of usage

  • The general deployed his troops tactically to outmaneuver the enemy.
  • In negotiations, it's important to act tactically to secure the best outcome.
  • The football coach made tactically sound decisions during the game.

Translations

Translations of the word "tactically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 taticamente

🇮🇳 सैन्य रणनीतिक रूप से

🇩🇪 taktisch

🇮🇩 secara taktis

🇺🇦 тактично

🇵🇱 taktycznie

🇯🇵 戦術的に (senjutsuteki ni)

🇫🇷 tactiquement

🇪🇸 tácticamente

🇹🇷 taktiksel olarak

🇰🇷 전술적으로 (jeonsuljeogeuro)

🇸🇦 استراتيجياً (istratijiyyan)

🇨🇿 takticky

🇸🇰 takticky

🇨🇳 战术上 (zhànshù shàng)

🇸🇮 taktično

🇮🇸 taktískt

🇰🇿 тактикалық (taktikalyq)

🇬🇪 ტაქტიკურად (taqtikurad)

🇦🇿 taktiq olaraq

🇲🇽 tácticamente

Etymology

The word 'tactically' derives from the root word 'tactic,' which comes from the Greek word 'taktikos,' meaning 'skilled in arranging' or 'able to arrange.' This term emphasizes the planning and organizational skills involved in executing a particular strategy. The suffix '-ally' was added to form the adverb, indicating how something is done. The use of 'tactically' began to gain prominence in the 20th century, particularly in military contexts, as warfare became increasingly complex and required detailed strategy and planning. By extension, its use has expanded to various fields such as business and sports, where tactical thinking is essential for success.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,206 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.