of or pertaining to tactics, esp. military or naval tactics.

characterized by skillful tactics or adroit maneuvering or procedure

tactical movements.

of or pertaining to a maneuver or plan of action designed as an expedient toward gaining a desired end or temporary advantage.

expedient; calculated.

prudent; politic.

adjective

calculated , clever , cunning , deliberate , diplomatic , planned , politic , prudent , skillful , smart , well-planned , short-range , approach , attack , expedient , maneuver , plan , policy , strategy , tactics , technique