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

Fear comes from hearing our president say that any school, state or organization that disagrees with him may be cut off from funding and watching our president and Musk promote Tesla in front of the White House instead of strategizing the betterment of our individual rights. —Chicago Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025

Thoughtful leadership requires time to think, reflect and strategize in all aspects of their life. —Daniela Aneva, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025

Production management is no stranger to strategizing to achieve their goals and navigating unexpected obstacles. —Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 6 Mar. 2025

Democratic lawmakers are strategizing how to handle the speech, fearful of becoming a foil to Trump on live television. —Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 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