: 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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Their tiered form nods to the cloud terrace motif that appears repeatedly in New Mexico’s indigenous Pueblo art and architecture.
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Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
The tiered ruffle and one-shoulder design would be perfect for dancing the night away on deck.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2026
The dress is crafted with a timeless square neckline, flutter sleeves, a smocked bodice, and a tiered ruffle skirt that’s equal parts flowy and feminine.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
The tiered skirt is flirty and fun, and the slight V-neckline offers the opportunity to accessorize with layered necklaces.
—Claire West, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
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Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
The tiered ruffle and one-shoulder design would be perfect for dancing the night away on deck.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2026
The dress is crafted with a timeless square neckline, flutter sleeves, a smocked bodice, and a tiered ruffle skirt that’s equal parts flowy and feminine.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
The tiered skirt is flirty and fun, and the slight V-neckline offers the opportunity to accessorize with layered necklaces.
—Claire West, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for tiered
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“Tiered.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tiered. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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