Tactics — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun plural noun /ˈtak-tiks/ tac·tics

Meaning & Definition of Tactics

Tactics (noun)

  1. the science and art of disposing and maneuvering forces in combat
  2. the art or skill of employing available means to accomplish an end
  3. a system or mode of procedure

Tactics (plural noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the means or procedure for doing something

    "refused to stoop to dishonest tactics to win election to the town council"

    similar: approach, fashion, form, how, manner, method, methodology, recipe, strategy, style, system, tack, technique, way
    related: mode, modus operandi, blueprint, design, game, game plan, ground plan, intrigue, layout, line, model, plan, plot, program, route, scheme, expedient, move, shift, step, practice, process, routine, policy

Related Entry: Tactic (noun)

Tactic is a different word from Tactics. The synonyms below are for tactic, not for tactics.

  1. something done to achieve a particular goal

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

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

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Tactics

The most common words with a similar meaning to Tactics:

approach, fashion, form, how, manner, method, methodology, recipe, strategy, style, system, tack, technique, way

Related Words for Tactics

mode, modus operandi, blueprint, design, game, game plan, ground plan, intrigue, layout, line, model, plan, plot, program, route, scheme, expedient, move, shift, step, practice, process, routine, policy

Origin & Etymology of Tactics

Greek taktikós tactic:2 + -ics, after New Latin tactica, borrowed from Greek taktiká, noun derivative from neuter plural of taktikós

First known use: 1626

Words & Phrases Containing Tactics

shock tactics, countertactics

Frequently Asked Questions about Tactics

What does "Tactics" mean?

"Tactics" means the science and art of disposing and maneuvering forces in combat. As an a noun and a plural noun, it is defined as: the science and art of disposing and maneuvering forces in combat.

What is another word for "Tactics"?

Other words for "Tactics" include approach, fashion, form, how, manner, method, methodology and recipe. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Tactics" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Tactics"?

There are 38 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Tactics". Common alternatives include approach, fashion, form, how, manner, method, methodology, recipe, strategy and style.

How do you use "Tactics" in a sentence?

Examples of "Tactics" in a sentence: "refused to stoop to dishonest tactics to win election to the town council".

Is "Tactics" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Tactics" can be used as a noun and a plural noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Tactics"?

"Tactics" is pronounced /ˈtak-tiks/ and divided into syllables as tac·tics.

What is the origin of the word "Tactics"?

"Tactics" comes from Greek taktikós tactic:2 + -ics, after New Latin tactica, borrowed from Greek taktiká, noun derivative from neuter plural of taktikós. First known use: 1626.

What is another word for "Tactics" meaning "the means or procedure for doing something"?

When "Tactics" (plural noun) means the means or procedure for doing something, synonyms include approach, fashion, form, how, manner and method.