Hierarchically — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective adverb /ˌhī-(ə-)ˈrär-ki-kəl/ hi·er·ar·chi·cal

Meaning & Definition of Hierarchically

Hierarchically (adjective)

  1. of, relating to, or arranged in a hierarchy

Hierarchically (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in increasingly, progressively

    similar: gradationally, gradually, inchmeal, little by little, piece by piece, piecemeal, crescively, increasingly, progressively, fractionally, imperceptibly, slowly
    opposite: abruptly, suddenly, acutely, sharply, steeply, hastily, precipitously

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Hierarchically

The most common words with a similar meaning to Hierarchically:

gradationally, gradually, inchmeal, little by little, piece by piece, piecemeal, crescively, increasingly, progressively, fractionally, imperceptibly, slowly

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Hierarchically

Words with the opposite meaning of Hierarchically:

abruptly, suddenly, acutely, sharply, steeply, hastily, precipitously

Word Forms of Hierarchically

Derived words: hierarchically (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Hierarchically

First known use: 1561

Frequently Asked Questions about Hierarchically

What does "Hierarchically" mean?

"Hierarchically" means of, relating to, or arranged in a hierarchy. As an an adjective and an adverb, it is defined as: of, relating to, or arranged in a hierarchy.

What is another word for "Hierarchically"?

Other words for "Hierarchically" include gradationally, gradually, inchmeal, little by little, piece by piece, piecemeal, crescively and increasingly. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Hierarchically" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Hierarchically"?

There are 12 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Hierarchically". Common alternatives include gradationally, gradually, inchmeal, little by little, piece by piece, piecemeal, crescively, increasingly, progressively and fractionally.

What is the opposite of "Hierarchically"?

Antonyms of "Hierarchically" include abruptly, suddenly, acutely, sharply, steeply, hastily and precipitously.

Is "Hierarchically" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Hierarchically" can be used as an adjective and an adverb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Hierarchically"?

"Hierarchically" is pronounced /ˌhī-(ə-)ˈrär-ki-kəl/ and divided into syllables as hi·er·ar·chi·cal.

What is the origin of the word "Hierarchically"?

First known use: 1561.

What is another word for "Hierarchically" meaning "as in increasingly, progressively"?

When "Hierarchically" (adverb) means as in increasingly, progressively, synonyms include gradationally, gradually, inchmeal, little by little, piece by piece and piecemeal. Opposites in this sense include abruptly, suddenly, acutely and sharply.