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hierarchy

/ˈhaɪə.rɑː.ki/

/ˈhaɪərɑrki/

Translations

hierarchynoun

hierarchies

/ˈhaɪə.rɑː.ki/

/ˈhaɪərɑrki/

The corporate hierarchy determines the chain of command within the company.

Корпоративная иерархия определяет цепочку командования внутри компании.

Synonyms

pecking order

chain of command

hierarchyadjective

/ˈhaɪəˌrɑːki/

/ˈhaɪəˌrɑrki/

Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "hierarchy chart").

hierarchynoun

A system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority.

The corporate hierarchy determines the chain of command within the company.

An arrangement or classification of things according to relative importance or inclusiveness.

The hierarchy of needs is a psychological theory proposed by Maslow.

The upper echelons of a hierarchical system, especially the clergy in a religious context.

The church hierarchy met to discuss the new policies.

hierarchyadjective

Attributive. Relating to or associated with a hierarchy; hierarchical.

The hierarchy chart presents the organizational structure clearly.