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tactics

 

[ ˈtæktɪks ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

military strategy

Tactics refer to the specific actions or maneuvers used to achieve a short-term goal on the battlefield. They often involve the positioning of troops, deployment of resources, and coordination of attacks.

Synonyms

maneuver, scheme, strategy

Examples of usage

  • The general's tactics included a surprise flank attack on the enemy forces.
  • The use of camouflage was a clever tactic to deceive the opponent.
Context #2 | Noun

sports

In sports, tactics are the plans or strategies employed by a team or individual to outwit the opponent and achieve victory. This may involve changing formations, making quick decisions, or adapting to the opponent's strengths and weaknesses.

Synonyms

approach, game plan, strategy

Examples of usage

  • The coach's tactics of aggressive pressing led to multiple turnovers by the opposing team.
  • His tactical approach of counterattacking caught the opponent off guard.

Translations

Translations of the word "tactics" in other languages:

🇵🇹 táticas

🇮🇳 रणनीति

🇩🇪 Taktiken

🇮🇩 taktik

🇺🇦 тактика

🇵🇱 taktyki

🇯🇵 戦術

🇫🇷 tactiques

🇪🇸 tácticas

🇹🇷 taktikler

🇰🇷 전술

🇸🇦 تكتيكات

🇨🇿 taktiky

🇸🇰 taktiky

🇨🇳 战术

🇸🇮 taktike

🇮🇸 taktík

🇰🇿 тактика

🇬🇪 ტაქტიკა

🇦🇿 taktikalar

🇲🇽 tácticas

Etymology

The term 'tactics' originated from the Greek word 'taktikos', meaning 'of or relating to arrangement or order'. It was first used in a military context to describe the methods of organizing and deploying troops in battle. Over time, the concept of tactics expanded to other areas such as sports and business, where strategic planning and execution are essential for success.

See also: tactical, tactician.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,276 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.