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- Dictionarystrat·a·gem/ˈstradəjəm/
noun
- 1. a plan or scheme, especially one used to outwit an opponent or achieve an end: "a series of devious stratagems"
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A stratagem is any clever scheme—sometimes one that's part of an overall strategy (i.e., a carefully worked out plan of action). The word stratagem entered English in the 15th century and was originally used in reference to some artifice, such as a military plan
STRATAGEM definition: 1. a carefully planned way of achieving or dealing with something, often involving a trick: 2. a…. Learn more.
A stratagem is a scheme or a clever plot. You can have a stratagem for winning a chess game, getting the girl (or boy), and avoiding a punishment. However, your opponents, crushes, and parents may have a trick or two of their own.
Stratagem definition: A scheme or maneuver designed to achieve an objective, as in surprising an enemy or deceiving someone.
STRATAGEM meaning: 1. a carefully planned way of achieving or dealing with something, often involving a trick: 2. a…. Learn more.
A stratagem is a plan that is intended to achieve a particular effect, often by deceiving people.
Definition of stratagem noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
stratagem meaning, definition, what is stratagem: a trick or plan to deceive an enemy or g...: Learn more.
1. a scheme or trick for surprising or deceiving an enemy. 2. any artifice or ruse devised to attain a goal or gain an advantage.
a plan, scheme, or trick for surprising or deceiving an enemy. any artifice, ruse, or trick devised or used to attain a goal or to gain an advantage over an adversary or competitor: business stratagems. Synonyms: contrivance, maneuver, device, intrigue, deception. stratagem. / ˈstrætɪdʒəm /.
