STRATEGIC Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

strategic

adjective

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 Efforts to strengthen domestic supply chains, upgrade advanced manufacturing, and invest heavily in strategic technologies, from cutting-edge semiconductors to next-generation 6G connectivity, are framed not merely as economic initiatives, but as imperatives of national security. —

Yu Jie, Time, 13 May 2026 This requires real investment — in technology, in training and in the willingness to treat risk management as a strategic function rather than an administrative one. —

Annika Erikson, Rolling Stone, 13 May 2026 With video games now in her purview, Walden will make the call about the Epic Games partnership or other strategic decisions. —

Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 13 May 2026 Tony counters uncertainty with strategic discipline. —

Matt Emma, USA Today, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for strategic

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Adjective

That’s especially apt as the Eagles chase a record sixth consecutive state championship this weekend in Fort Myers, because a key member of the family might not go.

— Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
Morgan Rielly, the high-end comparable Drance found for Buium, is also a key comparable according to Buium’s current Net Rating profile.

— Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 11 May 2026