strategic
|stra/te/gic|
B2
/strəˈtiːdʒɪk/
long-term planning
Etymology
Etymology Information
'strategic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'strategikos,' where 'strategos' meant 'general.'
Historical Evolution
'strategikos' transformed into the Latin word 'strategicus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'strategic' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to a general or military strategy,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to long-term planning.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the identification of long-term or overall aims and interests and the means of achieving them.
The company made a strategic decision to expand into new markets.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35