Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hierarchical-order

noun

/haɪəˈrɑːkɪkl ˈɔːrdər/

Definition

A system in which members or elements are ranked according to levels of importance or authority.

Examples

In a corporate setting, the hierarchical order dictates who makes decisions and how responsibilities are divided.
The hierarchical order of the military structure defines roles from the highest-ranking general to the newest recruit.
Educational institutions often have a hierarchical order, with professors at the top and students at the bottom.

Meaning

Hierarchical order refers to the arrangement of different levels or ranks within a given context, where higher levels hold more power, influence, or importance than the lower ones.