hierarchical
English
Alternative forms
Etymology
Compare French hiérarchique.
Pronunciation
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Adjective
hierarchical (not comparable)
- Pertaining to a hierarchy.
- Of or pertaining to an ecclesiastic or priestly order.
- Classified or arranged according to various criteria into successive ranks or grades.
- It has been said that only a hierarchical society with a leisure class at the top can produce works of art.
Related terms
Translations
Pertaining to a hierarchy
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Of or pertaining to an ecclesiastic or priestly order
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Classified or arranged into successive ranks or grades
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