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Vocabulary Entry
hierarchical
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Related to or arranged in a hierarchy; involving a system of organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other.
Example Sentences
"The company's hierarchical structure helps clarify the chain of command."
"In a hierarchical organization, decisions often flow from the top down."
"The research paper discussed hierarchical systems in both nature and society."
N
noun
A system or organization in which members or elements are ranked according to levels of authority or importance.
Example Sentences
"The hierarchy of the organization was clearly defined in the employee handbook."
"She navigated the complex hierarchy of the university to find her place."
"The social hierarchy in ancient civilizations often dictated people's roles and status."