tactical
UK: ˈtæktɪkəl | US: ˈtæktɪkəl
adj. relating to or involving tactics, especially in military or strategic contexts
adj. carefully planned or calculated to achieve a specific goal
tactical = tact<touch, arrange> + ic<adjective suffix> + al<adjective suffix>
- tact (from Latin tactus, meaning "touch" or "arrangement")
- ic (adjective-forming suffix, from Greek -ikos)
- al (adjective-forming suffix, from Latin -alis)
Etymology Origin:
The word tactical traces back to the Greek taktikos ("relating to arrangement or order"), derived from tassein ("to arrange"). It entered English via Latin tacticus and Old French tactique, originally referring to military maneuvering. The core idea of "arrangement" evolved into "strategic planning," reflecting the logic of organizing actions for optimal results.
The general devised a tactical retreat to conserve his forces.
Her tactical decision to delay the project saved the company money.
The team used tactical formations to outmaneuver their opponents.
A tactical approach to negotiations often yields better outcomes.
The police employed tactical units to handle the hostage situation.