adverb Uncommon

strategically

Strategically (adverb) means In a manner that reflects careful, goal-driven planning. Example: “The store's snacks are strategically placed near the checkout.”

adverb

In a manner that reflects careful, goal-driven planning.

"The store's snacks are strategically placed near the checkout."

How to use strategically

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDone with a deliberate plan in mind, rather than by chance.

Common pairings

strategically placed strategically located

Word forms

more strategically comparative, most strategically superlative

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Etymology

From "strategic" plus the adverb suffix "-ally."

Rhymes for strategically

ally bally sally Wally dally rally tally pally really locally usually equally

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Frequently asked questions

What does “strategically” mean?

The word “strategically” means in a manner that reflects careful, goal-driven planning. In plain terms, done with a deliberate plan in mind, rather than by chance.

How do you use “strategically” in a sentence?

Here is “strategically” used in a sentence: “The store's snacks are strategically placed near the checkout.”

What part of speech is “strategically”?

“Strategically” is an adverb.

Is “strategically” a common word?

“Strategically” is an uncommon word in modern English.