Strategic (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Highly important to or an integral part of a strategy or plan of action especially in war; "a strategic chess move"; "strategic withdrawal"; "strategic bombing missions".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The company made a strategic investment in the startup to expand its market share.
- The general planned a strategic retreat to regroup and recharge the troops.
- The military launched a series of strategic bombing missions to disable the enemy's defenses.
- The chess player made a strategic move, sacrificing a pawn to expose her opponent's king.
- The company's strategic location near the port made it an ideal hub for international trade.
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Meaning 2
Relating to or concerned with strategy; "strategic weapon"; "the islands are of strategic importance"; "strategic considerations".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).