Err, strategy strat·e·gy ˈstradəjē/ noun a plan of action or policy designed to achieve a major or overall aim. "time to develop a coherent economic strategy" synonyms: master plan, grand design, game plan, plan (of action), action plan, policy, program; More the art of planning and directing overall military operations and movements in a war or battle. synonyms: the art of war, (military) tactics "military strategy" a plan for military operations and movements during a war or battle. "nonprovocative defense strategies"