hierarchical vs lordly

hierarchical

adj
  • Of or pertaining to an ecclesiastic or priestly order. 

  • Pertaining to a hierarchy. 

  • Classified or arranged according to various criteria into successive ranks or grades. 

lordly

adj
  • Of or relating to a lord. 

  • Having the qualities of a lord; lordlike; noble 

  • Appropriate for, or suitable to, a lord; glorious. 

  • Proud; haughty; imperious; insolent. 

adv
  • In the manner of a lord. Showing command or nobility. 

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