: 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.
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The tiered skirt adds a playful touch to the basic A-line style, too. Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026 Like a take on a classic Timberland boot, the shoe was a wheat color with dark brown cuff accents creating a tiered look. Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 2 July 2026 The tiered approach works well for drivers who want basic protection against costly repairs without unnecessary add-ons. Michael Kurko, USA Today, 28 June 2026 Quince’s fabrics are designed to be hypoallergenic and help regulate temperature, like the mulberry silk and spandex that make up this tiered maxi dress. Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for tiered

Word History

First Known Use

1807, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tiered was in 1807

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“Tiered.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tiered. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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