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hierarchical
Hierarchical (adj) means relating to a hierarchy, or system of ranks.
adj
1
Relating to a hierarchy, or system of ranks.
2
Arranged in a series of ranks or levels, one above another.
"She claimed that only a hierarchical society with a leisure class at the top can produce works of 'true' art."
3
Organised like a tree, with each level made up of smaller parts within a higher one.
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Etymology
Formed from hierarchy and -ical; compare French hiérarchique.
Synonyms
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hierarchal
hierarchic
Antonyms
nonhierarchical
Rhymes for hierarchical
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What is the meaning of hierarchical?
"hierarchical" (adj) means relating to a hierarchy, or system of ranks.
What is another word for hierarchical?
Other words for "hierarchical" include hierarchal, hierarchic.
What is the opposite of hierarchical?
The opposite of "hierarchical" is nonhierarchical.
What are the different meanings of hierarchical?
"hierarchical" has 3 main meanings: 1. Relating to a hierarchy, or system of ranks; 2. Arranged in a series of ranks or levels, one above another; 3. Organised like a tree, with each level made up of smaller parts within a higher one.
