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How to pronounce hierarchically

adjectiveB2
haiuhRAHRkihklee

/ˌhaɪ.əˈɹɑɹ.kɪ.kli/

5 syllables · Stress the third syllable.

Related entry: hierarchical

organized in levels, with each level having a different amount of power, importance, or control

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Meanings & examples

adjective

organized in levels, with each level having a different amount of power, importance, or control

The company has a hierarchical structure.

The military is highly hierarchical.

Common phrases & grammar

hierarchical structure · hierarchical system · hierarchical organization · hierarchical relationship

be + hierarchical

hierarchical + noun

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