hierarchy
hierarchy
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- 1.
A system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority.
"The company has a clear hierarchy."
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The company has a strict hierarchy.
The company has a strict hierarchy.
He didn't like being at the bottom of the social hierarchy.
He didn't like being at the bottom of the social hierarchy.
Understanding the organizational hierarchy is crucial for career advancement.
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What does hierarchy mean?
hierarchy means "hierarchy". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is hierarchy?
hierarchy is a Intermediate-level word.
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Example: "The company has a strict hierarchy." — used to mean "hierarchy".
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