hierarchy
/ˈhaɪərɑːki/ · /ˈhaɪərɑːrki/
CEFR level C1Topic WorkWord #7017 in the learning path
等级制度；层级结构
Definitions
n. A system arranging people or things by rank or importance
等级制度；层级结构
n. The people holding the highest positions in an organisation
统治集团；领导层
Example
There is a clear hierarchy among the restaurant staff.
这家餐厅的员工之间有明确的等级关系。
A rigid workplace hierarchy may discourage junior employees from sharing ideas that could improve organisational performance.
僵化的职场等级制度可能使基层员工不愿分享有助于改善组织绩效的想法。
Collocations
- a rigid hierarchy
- organisational hierarchy
- a hierarchy of needs
- the top of the hierarchy
Word family
- hierarchical (adj.)
- hierarchically (adv.)
Synonyms
- ranking
Usage tip
既可指等级结构，也可指组织的最高领导层。
FAQ
- What does hierarchy mean?
- A system arranging people or things by rank or importance The people holding the highest positions in an organisation
- How is hierarchy pronounced?
- UK /ˈhaɪərɑːki/, US /ˈhaɪərɑːrki/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
