Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stratified

Adjective
/ˈstræt.ɪ.faɪd/
Definition
Arranged in layers or levels.
Examples
  • The stratified samples provided a clearer insight into the community’s needs.
  • Geologists studied the stratified rock formations to understand the Earth’s history.
  • The stratified approach to teaching helped address the varying abilities of students.
Meaning
Stratified refers to something that has been divided into different layers that are often distinct or separate from one another.
Synonyms
  • Layered
  • Ranked
  • Segmented