Synonyms of tactic

tactic

noun

as in method

something done to achieve a particular goal

Toddlers use a lot of different tactics to try to get what they want.

Related Words

• method
• technique
• strategy
• way
• scheme
• procedure
• system
• means
• program
• plan
• project
• trick
• game
• design
• arrangement
• protocol
• device
• master plan
• blueprint
• ground plan
• proceeding
• game plan
• operation
• move
• doing
• road map
• measure
• act
• thing
• action
• step
• deed
• stratagem
• exploit
• gambit
• ruse
• subterfuge
• maneuver
• feat
• contrivance

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of tactic

One art form that might seem implacably hostile to such tactics is opera, whose complex fusion of singing, stagecraft, orchestra, and costumes usually depends on generous fly space, wings, and an ample pit. — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 29 July 2026

Meanwhile, Washington sanctioned Chinese companies for transporting Iranian oil, as Tehran reportedly leans on Chinese tech and Russian tactics to attack US bases. — Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 29 July 2026

The main goal was to create tactics and procedures for how these uncrewed systems will work with regular aircraft. — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 29 July 2026

Back in May, Dorit claimed her estranged husband was using the threat of foreclosure on the family’s California home as a tactic in their ongoing divorce. — Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026