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Hierarchical
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Simple meaning
What does Hierarchical mean?
Hierarchical means organized in ranked levels.
Dictionary definition
Hierarchical means arranged in levels of rank or importance.
Example sentences
Hierarchical in a sentence
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The chart showed a hierarchical team structure.
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A school can use a hierarchical chart to show roles and responsibilities.
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The article explained how hierarchical systems organize information from broad levels to specific parts.
Synonyms
Words like Hierarchical
rankedArranged by level or order.
layeredArranged in levels.
orderedPlaced in a clear sequence or structure.
Antonyms
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Word family
Hierarchical word family
Base word
hierarchical
noun
hierarchy
A system arranged in levels or ranks.
adverb
hierarchically
In a ranked or leveled way.
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Practice 1
What does hierarchical mean?
Hierarchical describes a structure with levels or ranks.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to hierarchical?
Hierarchical and ranked both suggest arranged levels.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses hierarchical correctly?
Hierarchical fits a sentence about a ranked structure.
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