strategize

verb

strat·​e·​gize ˈstra-tə-ˌjīz 

strategized; strategizing

intransitive verb

: to devise a strategy or course of action

Synonyms

• arrange
• blueprint
• budget
• calculate
• chart
• choreograph
• design
• frame
• lay out
• map (out)
• organize
• plan
• prepare
• project
• scheme (out)
• shape

Examples of strategize in a Sentence

The organization strategizes for Republican candidates.

Recent Examples on the Web

Moving forward, the brands that stand to reach the most success will be those that recognize that PR and marketing have converged—and strategize accordingly. —Dan Kahn, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025

Williams strategized with her team: would the negativity her appearance could spark be worth the thrill of performing at halftime? —Sean Gregory, Time, 16 Apr. 2025

Productive energy is here, so strategize how to check off all the boxes. —Kyle Thomas, People.com, 13 Apr. 2025

The family literacy conference is part of an effort as the district is strategizing and working to turn around its stagnant reading and test scores. —Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1855, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

strategize

verb

strat·​e·​gize -ˌjīz 

strategized; strategizing

: to devise a strategy or course of action

strategized with her teammates