A hierarchical system refers to a structured arrangement where people or things are organized in a top-down order, with levels of authority and power. Full definition
Furthermore, a closed society tends toward a unitary hierarchical system of classification, in that to each person one basic class designation is applied, and this designation fixes the person's place in the rank order of society. (religion-online.org)
There was a strict hierarchical system in place within most recruitment offices and a unique set of rules to be obeyed. (royripper.com)
There was a strict hierarchical system in place within most... (royripper.com)