Tactical

Pronunciation: /ˈtæktɪkəl/

Definitions of tactical

adjective showing adroit planning; aiming at an end beyond the immediate action

Example Sentences

A1 The team used tactical maneuvers to win the game.

A2 The soldier received special training in tactical operations.

B1 The company developed a tactical plan to increase sales.

B2 The police used tactical negotiation tactics to resolve the hostage situation.

C1 The general devised a tactical strategy to outsmart the enemy.

C2 The coach implemented a tactical approach to improve the team's performance.

Examples of tactical in a Sentence

formal The military developed a new tactical strategy to outmaneuver the enemy.

informal Let's come up with a tactical plan to win this game.

slang We need to be more tactical about how we approach this situation.

figurative She approached the negotiation with a tactical mindset, carefully navigating the conversation to her advantage.

Grammatical Forms of tactical

• past tense: tactically
• plural: tacticals
• comparative: more tactical
• superlative: most tactical
• present tense: tactically
• future tense: will be tactical
• perfect tense: have been tactical
• continuous tense: is being tactical
• singular: tactical
• positive degree: tactical
• infinitive: to be tactical
• gerund: tactically
• participle: tactically

Origin and Evolution of tactical

First Known Use: 1566 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'tactical' originated from the Latin word 'tacticus' which means 'of or pertaining to arrangement or order'

Evolution of the word: Originally used in military contexts to describe maneuvers and strategies, the word 'tactical' has evolved to encompass a broader range of applications such as business, sports, and everyday decision-making.