higher-ranking

Definitions

Holding a superior or more important position in a hierarchy or organization.

Having a greater status, rank, or degree of authority than another.

Examples

The higher-ranking officers were the first to be briefed on the new strategic initiative.

She felt intimidated when she had to present her findings to a group of higher-ranking executives.

Synonyms

superior senior high-level top-tier upper-level leading preeminent

Antonyms

inferior junior subordinate lower-ranking low-level subservient bottom-tier