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Definition of tiered
tiered
/tɪrd/
tiered
tiered Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
7
Tier
2
Usage
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Syllables
1
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• adjective
1
Having or arranged in horizontal rows, layers, or levels placed one above another.
Example
"The auditorium features tiered seating so that every spectator has an unobstructed view of the stage."
2
Organized into successive ranks, grades, or categories, especially with respect to pricing, service, or authority.
Example
"The software company introduced a tiered pricing model to accommodate both small startups and large enterprises."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed from the noun 'tier', which entered English in the 16th century from the Old French 'tiere' (meaning a rank, row, or sequence), ultimately derived from the Latin 'tertia' (the third part).
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tiered. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tiered