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

More likely, the Royals could consider high-leverage relievers on a lower tier. — Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2026

What treatments are available Treatment options generally fall into three tiers, each with different cost and access footprints worth understanding before symptoms escalate. — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 21 Oct. 2026

The Bucks traveled to Brisbane, Australia, for the Bingham Cup and placed third in their tier of 16 teams. — Daniel Wilkerson, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026

Some of those bets are sure to stick around (the advertising tier, live events) but others are less certain (podcasts, gaming, creator deals, Netflix House experiences). — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2026