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 Trump’s need to dominate, his zero-sum approach to economics, and his transactional instincts cast him outside this circle of strategic leaders. — Robert B. Zoellick, Foreign Affairs, 9 Oct. 2026 In July, the company participated as a strategic investor in the robotics company’s $116 million Series B financing round. — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026 Credibility is affected deeply by strategic cultural assessments about superiority and inferiority, and notions about when, where, how and for whom the credibility matters. — Christopher Nichols, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2026 Xbox is launching a new division that will house its film and television, consumer products, strategic partnerships and live experiences businesses. — Jennifer Maas, Variety, 8 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for strategic

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Adjective

Until today, human scientists have been the agents responsible for discovering cancer cures, and for doing so they (and key associates) have been showered with academic credit and awards, perhaps even a Nobel Prize.

— Jeffrey S. Flier, STAT, 5 Oct. 2026
That was key because earlier in the game, receiver Rashee Rice suffered a hamstring injury and didn’t return to action after the first quarter.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of key

Adjective

But anyone who’s yet to see the earlier series need not fret; while Seven Havens makes reference especially to Korra, any crucial details are reestablished within a narrative that’s set nearly two centuries later and stands largely on its own.

— Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2026
While Saudi Arabia has considerable military capabilities, experience in Yemen, and powerful allies like Pakistan and Türkiye, active US backing remains crucial, both strategically and politically.

— Faisal J. Abbas, semafor.com, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of crucial

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Lukas Dostal made 12 saves, stopping just six of 11 shots in the decisive middle period before being replaced to start the third.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026
Public confidence will play a decisive role in the growth of fusion power.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of decisive

Adjective

The Category 3 storm has grown into a major hurricane, the first of an unusually quiet Atlantic season, and is expected to make landfall Friday night.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 10 Oct. 2026
Most major mergers are consummated after executives have dedicated months to quietly drafting detailed operational plans and organizational hierarchies.

— Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of major

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Its produce is pivotal in curbing supply-side inflation domestically, and the country ranks among the top global exporters of rice and sugar.

— Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
There’s the recurring omission of pivotal moments — in the last two weeks alone, Mae’s death happens offscreen, as does everyone finding out about it — which is less vexing with tough scenes than joyous ones.

— Ben Travers, IndieWire, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of pivotal

Adjective

But there are still meaningful steps that both America’s domestic opposition and the international community can take.

— Anjali Dayal, Washington Post, 8 Oct. 2026
Empowering local school councils with the resources, training and meaningful voice needed to shape decisions and hold Chicago Public Schools accountable.

— Claire Malon, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026

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