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Meaning of Strategize
to plan or coordinate something carefully
Definitions
- To plan or coordinate something carefully, typically in order to achieve a particular goal or solve a problem
- * To think carefully and systematically about something, especially in order to make a decision or plan
Etymology of Strategize
The word "strategize" comes from the Greek word "strategos", meaning "general" or "commander", and the suffix "-ize", which forms a verb
The word has been in use since the mid-19th century, initially in a military context, but later expanding to other areas such as business and politics
Example Uses
- The company's management team will strategize about how to increase sales and revenue
- * We need to strategize and come up with a plan to solve this complex problem
- * The team spent hours strategizing and discussing their approach to the project
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
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