Definition

In a way that is planned and calculated to achieve a specific goal or result.

Example

The team approached the game tactically, making strategic decisions at every turn.

Conversation

Did you see how they played that last game?

Yeah, it was really impressive how they moved tactically.

I think their coach really knows how to plan those strategies.

Definitely! It made all the difference in their performance.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tactically → It is formed from "tactic" (from Greek "taktikos", meaning relating to arrangement or order) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner of). The word "tactically" means in a manner relating to arrangement or strategy.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tactic' as relating to how things are arranged or planned, and remember that 'tactically' means doing something in a strategic way.

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