stra·te·gic 
(strə-tējĭk) also stra·te·gi·cal (-jĭ-kəl)
(strə-tējĭk) also stra·te·gi·cal (-jĭ-kəl)adj.
1. Of or relating to strategy.
2.
a. Important or essential in relation to a plan of action: a strategic withdrawal.
b. Essential to the effective conduct of war: strategic materials.
c. Highly important to an intended objective: The staff discussed strategic marketing factors.
3. Intended to destroy the military potential of an enemy: strategic bombing.
stra·tegi·cal·ly adv.