STRATEGIC Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

strategic

adjective

Definition of strategic

as in key

of great importance especially to the future or outcome of something This is a strategic goal that could make or break the company.

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Recent Examples of strategic Emily graduated from Liberty University with a bachelor's degree in strategic communication and a double minor in government, politics, and policy. — The Washington Examiner, 6 Sep. 2026 The governor’s office said the state was securing its harbors, deploying emergency personnel to strategic locations and monitoring dams for any possible breaches or overflows. — Dennis Romero, NBC news, 6 Sep. 2026 The American people expect foreign policy to reflect responsible stewardship of public resources, transparent oversight and genuine strategic independence. — Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 6 Sep. 2026 In a medium still defining its own identity, star appeal is a strategic. — Ben Croll, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for strategic

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Coach Mike McCarthy and QB Aaron Rodgers also believe that third-year wide receiver Roman Wilson has taken the necessary step forward to be a key contributor this year.

— Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
This can address key requirements of the world’s largest cruise vessels.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of key

Adjective

Most crucial to Barcelona’s long-term outlook is their success in refinancing the huge sums already borrowed to fund the project.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
The timing of the Houthis’ escalation, which began with attacks on Saudi interests in July, is especially significant, given that the Red Sea has become a crucial alternative to the Strait of Hormuz for Saudi oil during the Iran war.

— April Longley Alley, Foreign Affairs, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of crucial

Adjective

That makes the vehicle’s capacitors, batteries, and power electronics critical.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 Sep. 2026
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Monday that Ukraine is ready to halt its strikes on Russian territory if allies can secure a genuine Russian commitment not to hit Ukraine's critical infrastructure.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of critical

Adjective

But both countries are vying for a decisive advantage on AI, with Trump warning that any efforts to regulate the technology would help China.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026
These artists are working in very different places and from very different positions, but their images all seem to understand that a ‘decisive moment’ can happen under pressure.

— PhotoVogue, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of decisive

Adjective

Revenue surges Founded in 2018, Enflame is building AI processors as China looks to boost its efforts in model building amid major capability gains from domestic developers.

— Kai Nicol-Schwarz,Jenny Lee,Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2026
Lévêque was once a prominent figure of the French and European art scene, known for his neon sculptures, which have been exhibited in major global institutions, including the Louvre and the Elysée Palace—the residence of French presidents.

— Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of major

Adjective

La Bola Negra was also shot on 35mm, and brought in starpower via small but pivotal roles for Close and Cruz.

— Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026
Cleveland’s late-innings hero had supplied another walk-off, converting a two-out, ninth-inning deficit into a 7-6 win, the most pivotal victory of the season.

— Zack Meisel, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of pivotal

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Variety reported in early September that Netflix is dialing up its commitment to meaningful theatrical releases, and will report box office numbers for the first time ever for six upcoming titles.

— Matt Donnelly, Variety, 17 Sep. 2026
Nike has been part of countless kilometers, races and personal goals over the years, which makes the opportunity to contribute to its next chapter especially meaningful.

— Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026

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