tiered

adjective

ˈtird 

: having or arranged in tiers, rows, or layers

—often used in combination

triple-tiered

Examples of tiered in a Sentence

The hors d'oeuvres were served on tiered platters.

Recent Examples on the Web

Amazon’s fashion section is packed with versatile spring maxi dresses, including breezy styles with gorgeous florals, timeless silhouettes, dramatic sleeves, and tiered skirts. —Emily Weaver, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025

Commissioner Adam Silver said last year that while every deal should be evaluated individually, the league might need to reexamine its approach to tiered transactions. —Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 21 Mar. 2025

The dress features a stretchy smoked top with ruffle trim sleeves, a tiered skirt bottom, and a ruffle hem for a touch of flair. —Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 19 Mar. 2025

Photo : Getty Zoe Saldaña in Cartier The new Best Supporting actress wore a custom Saint Laurent tiered gown, along with a Cartier diamond necklace from the maison’s new Nature Sauvage high jewelry collection. —Shannon Adducci, Robb Report, 3 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1807, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tiered

• adhered
• appeared
• bluebeard
• cashiered
• endeared
• premiered
• revered
• uncleared
• veneered
• cheered
• cleared
• eared