Hierarchical | Some SAT Words Are More Important Than Others
HIERARCHICAL most nearly means: A) equitable; B) arbitrary; C) ranked; D) reciprocal. Answer inside.
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📚️ Definition of Hierarchical
Hierarchical (adjective): Organized or classified according to rank, authority, or levels of importance, with each level subordinate to the one above it. Example: a hierarchical corporate structure for employees.
🗣️ Pronunciation of Hierarchical
IPA: /ˌhaɪ.əˈrɑːr.kɪ.kəl/ (See IPA key)
Respelling: hy-uh-RAR-kih-kuhl
📰 Examples of Hierarchical
Here are some examples of the word hierarchical:
The military operates in one of the most hierarchical systems in society; orders flow from generals at the top down to officers, then to enlisted soldiers.
Like most group projects initially, ours was a mess until we made it more hierarchical, with a clear leader, and each member with specific roles and responsibilities.
If you picture any organization as a giant ladder with rungs, hierarchical describes the fact that those on rungs above you can tell you what to do, and the people below you look take orders from you.
Quiz answer: C, ranked.