Tactics

Pronunciation: /ˈtæk.tɪks/

Definitions of tactics

noun the art of disposing armed forces in order of battle and of organizing operations, especially during contact with an enemy

Example Sentences

A1 She used clever tactics to win the game.

A2 The team employed various tactics to outsmart their opponents.

B1 The marketing department developed new tactics to increase sales.

B2 The politician's tactics were criticized for being manipulative.

C1 The military commander's tactics were instrumental in winning the battle.

C2 The negotiator's tactics were so effective that they were studied in business schools.

Examples of tactics in a Sentence

formal The military developed new tactics to counter the enemy's advances.

informal She used some clever tactics to win the game.

slang I don't like his sneaky tactics to get what he wants.

figurative In negotiations, sometimes you have to change tactics to get the best deal.

Grammatical Forms of tactics

• plural: tactics
• comparative: more tactical
• superlative: most tactical
• present tense: tactics
• future tense: will tactic
• perfect tense: have tacticed
• continuous tense: is tacticing
• singular: tactic
• positive degree: tactical
• infinitive: to tactic
• gerund: tacticing
• participle: tacticed

Origin and Evolution of tactics

First Known Use: 1620 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'tactics' originated from the Greek word 'taktikos', meaning 'of or relating to arrangement or order'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'tactics' has evolved to refer to specific strategies or methods used to achieve a particular goal, especially in the context of military operations.