Synonyms of ladder

ladder

noun

ˈla-dər 

as in hierarchy

a scheme of rank or order

their team placed third on the tournament ladder

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hierarchy
• ranking
• scale
• series
• graduation
• sequence
• level
• ordering
• array
• distribution
• degree
• status
• position
• disposal
• standing
• food chain
• situation
• footing
• place
• setup
• arrangement
• rung
• station
• pecking order
• echelon
• spot
• disposition
• reaches

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ladder

The camera swoops over the course while Brady is at the top of his ladder and then circles its lens back after passing. — Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Oct. 2026

The spa is spot-on, the infinity pool sublime and guests can paddle-board or kayak from a ladder directly into the sea. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026

Go plays Park Hyun-tae, an executive director in Chronic Motors’ Seoul office who has come back from the company’s European headquarters after climbing the corporate ladder at a young age. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Oct. 2026

Another bedroom comes with a ladder-accessible sleeping loft, while a mezzanine reading nook overlooks the great room below. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 21 Oct. 2026