hierarchical

//ˌhaɪəˈrɑːrkɪkəl//
C1Frequency Level 11Formal
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Adjective

hierarchicalCanonical form
more hierarchicalComparative
most hierarchicalSuperlative
1

Arranged in a graded order or ranking system, with each level subordinate to the one above it.

The company has a hierarchical structure with managers at each level.

2

Relating to or characterized by a hierarchy, especially in an organization or classification system.

The company has a hierarchical structure with many levels of management.

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