hierarchical
Pronunciation:
/ˌhaɪəˈɹɑːkɪkəl//ˌhaɪˈɹɑːɹkɪkəl/adjective
Definitions
Pertaining to a hierarchy.
Of or pertaining to an ecclesiastic or priestly order.
Classified or arranged according to various criteria into successive ranks or grades.
Example: It has been said that only a hierarchical society with a leisure class at the top can produce works of art.