Hierarchy
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British pronunciation/hˈa‍ɪ‍əɹɑːki/
American pronunciation/ˈhaɪˌɹɑɹki/, /ˈhaɪɝˌɑɹki/

Definition & Meaning of "hierarchy"

Hierarchy
01

the grouping of people into different levels or ranks according to their power or importance within a society or system

hierarchy definition and meaning
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In the company hierarchy, team leaders report to managers, and managers report to directors.
The social hierarchy in high school movies is often exaggerated but reflects some real-world dynamics.
In the military, there 's a clear hierarchy that determines who is in charge.
02

a principle of design that refers to the arrangement and organization of elements in a composition to create a sense of importance, emphasis, or dominance

What is "hierarchy"?

Hierarchy refers to the arrangement of elements in a way that shows their order of importance in a design. By using size, color, contrast, and placement, designers guide the viewer's attention to the most important parts first, then to the secondary elements, and so on. This helps to organize information clearly and makes it easier for the viewer to understand and navigate the design.

03

a series of ordered groupings of people or things within a system

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