Synonyms of tier

tier

noun

ˈtir 

as in type

one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic

the bottom tier of entrants

Synonyms & Similar Words

• type
• category
• kind
• group
• classification
• class
• bracket
• sort
• grade
• league
• species
• family
• section
• genus
• generation
• variety
• set
• rank(s)
• division
• rubric
• order
• breed
• kidney
• description
• specialty
• subgroup
• subspecies
• branch
• subclass
• subdivision
• race
• feather
• manner
• speciality
• nature
• title
• ilk
• label
• like
• heading

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of tier

The lag between wages and inflation comes at a difficult time for consumers, especially those in lower income tiers. — Steve Kopack, NBC news, 4 Sep. 2026

But then came creative-class-friendly mid-tier chains such as Warby Parker, Everlane, and Madewell, followed by upscale shops like Chanel and Hermès. — Michael Calderone, Curbed, 4 Sep. 2026

Gradually, starting with that sleep study, the tiers of thought propping up Britton’s worldview—that Buddhism is a cure-all, and that meditation was always beneficial, and could never cause harm—would collapse. — Olga Khazan, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2026

Television, advertising entertainment news Apple TV raises prices without offering an ad tier, testing how much viewers will pay. — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026