Hierarchy
9 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
A system of organisation in which people or things are ranked according to status, authority, or importance. It represents a structure where each level subordinates to the one above it.
“The company's hierarchy places the chief executive at the top, followed by senior managers and then team leaders.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈhaɪ.ə.rɑː(r).ki/
Syllables
hi·er·ar·chy
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Wordle
Contains 'H' at start, double 'R', and unusual 'CHY' combination; three vowels total
Scrabble
Worth 18 points; high-value word due to 'H' and 'Y' with good letter distribution
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