: 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
The strapless corset gown with a pointed bust and tiered skirt inspired brides everywhere, with a cocktail version of the dress selling out within hours in 2009, per Glamour.
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Ariana Quihuiz, Peoplemag, 8 Apr. 2024
Made of polyester and elastane, the maxi features feminine details like a swiss dot pattern, a tiered ruffled skirt, and flutter sleeves.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 6 Apr. 2024
There are, however, tiered exceptions for tech companies to comply with its terms and some of its provisions are not fully applicable for up to two-years after its enactment.
—Richard Smirke, Billboard, 13 Mar. 2024
From spring weddings to Easter brunch, this ruffled, tiered silhouette will be a welcome look in a wide range of settings and occasions.
—Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 28 Mar. 2024
Its four stern decks are tiered, emphasizing large exterior spaces and easy movement between the interior and exterior spaces.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2024
Plants have a mounded or tiered form and look handsome even out of bloom.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2024
Naturally, there’s got to be something to wash it all down with, and that’s where the choice of tiered beverage packages come into play.
—Amber Love Bond, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
The cotton-rayon dress has a V-neckline, a tiered skirt, and a drawstring tie waist to adjust the fit.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2024
Ariana Quihuiz, Peoplemag, 8 Apr. 2024
Made of polyester and elastane, the maxi features feminine details like a swiss dot pattern, a tiered ruffled skirt, and flutter sleeves.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 6 Apr. 2024
There are, however, tiered exceptions for tech companies to comply with its terms and some of its provisions are not fully applicable for up to two-years after its enactment.
—Richard Smirke, Billboard, 13 Mar. 2024
From spring weddings to Easter brunch, this ruffled, tiered silhouette will be a welcome look in a wide range of settings and occasions.
—Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 28 Mar. 2024
Its four stern decks are tiered, emphasizing large exterior spaces and easy movement between the interior and exterior spaces.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2024
Plants have a mounded or tiered form and look handsome even out of bloom.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2024
Naturally, there’s got to be something to wash it all down with, and that’s where the choice of tiered beverage packages come into play.
—Amber Love Bond, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
The cotton-rayon dress has a V-neckline, a tiered skirt, and a drawstring tie waist to adjust the fit.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2024
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“Tiered.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tiered. Accessed 18 Apr. 2024.
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