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Synonyms of tactic

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Another word for tactic is stratagem. Other synonyms of tactic are plan and scheme.

Synonyms and similar words for tactic

nounA maneuver, or action calculated to achieve some end.

  • scheme
  • stratagemA tactic or artifice designed to gain the upper hand, especially one involving underhanded dealings or deception.
  • plan
  • maneuver
  • course of actionA plan; a set of intended actions, through which one intends to achieve a goal.

adjectiveTactical; of or relating to the art of military and naval tactics.

Meaning of tactic

  1. noun A maneuver, or action calculated to achieve some end.
  2. noun A maneuver used against an enemy.
  3. noun A sequence of moves that limits the opponent's options and results in an immediate and tangible advantage, typically in the form of material.

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Questions about synonyms of tactic

What is another word for tactic?
Tactic has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as stratagem, plan and scheme.
What does tactic mean?
Tactic means a maneuver, or action calculated to achieve some end.

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