strategist

American  

[strat-i-jist] / ˈstræt ɪ dʒɪst /

noun

1. an expert in strategy, especially in warfare.

   Julius Caesar was a great military strategist.

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strategist British  

/ ˈstrætɪdʒɪst /

noun

1. a specialist or expert in strategy

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Etymology

Origin of strategist

First recorded in 1830–40; strateg(y) + -ist

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Example Sentences

“Ideally, the number of people who miss their RMD would be zero percent. It’s an easily avoidable mistake,” said Aaron Goodman, senior investment strategist at Vanguard.

From MarketWatch

“The risk of further escalation, particularly if it spreads to Venezuelan allies such as China or Russia, has added a geopolitical risk premium to gold,” said Adam Turnquist, chief technical strategist for LPL Financial.

From Barron's

This year has been a banner one for precious metals, with the buying frenzy reaching a crescendo during December, but one strategist is warning of rising risks for investors.

From MarketWatch

Also, frictions between China and Japan remain elevated and risks in Eastern Europe continue to increase, the financial markets strategist adds.

From The Wall Street Journal

Companies that use AI to improve their productivity and lower costs are likely to “re-rate higher while others fall behind”, the strategists say.

From The Wall Street Journal

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