Hierarchy

ENZH

What Does Hierarchy Mean?

  • 等级制度
  • 层次结构
  • 阶层

Hierarchy Pronunciation

/ˈhaɪərɑːrki/

Hierarchy Definition

noun

Definition

A system in which members of an organization or society are ranked according to relative status or authority.

In ZH

一种组织或社会成员根据相对地位或权威进行排名的系统。

How to Use Hierarchy in a Sentence

  • In a corporate hierarchy, the CEO is at the top.
  • The hierarchy of needs theory explains human motivation.
  • There is a strict hierarchy in the military.
  • Cultural hierarchies can influence social interactions.
  • In academia, a hierarchy often exists among faculty members.