strategize

verb

strat·​e·​gize ˈstra-tə-ˌjīz 

strategized; strategizing

intransitive verb

: to devise a strategy or course of action

Synonyms

• arrange
• blueprint
• budget
• calculate
• chart
• choreograph
• design
• frame
• lay out
• map (out)
• organize
• plan
• prepare
• project
• scheme (out)
• shape

Examples of strategize in a Sentence

The organization strategizes for Republican candidates.

Recent Examples on the Web

Security is a service that requires a team of experts willing to go above and beyond to map the attack surface, think outside the box about new vulnerabilities, and strategize and implement the most complete solutions. —Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025

During her search for Joel outside of Jackson, Abby wakes up Infected who, now evolved enough to strategize, have been using their dead as insulation in the snowy mountains surrounding the town. —Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2025

This innovation is set to transform not only how fans engage with sports but also how teams train, strategize and manage their players. —Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2025

Perrin strategizes against White Cloak threats to Two Rivers. —Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1855, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

strategize

verb

strat·​e·​gize -ˌjīz 

strategized; strategizing

: to devise a strategy or course of action

strategized with her teammates