ranking

[ˈræŋkɪŋ]

ranking Definition

a position in a hierarchy or scale, especially one indicating status or importance.

Using ranking: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ranking" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The university has a high ranking among educational institutions.

  • Example

    The company's ranking on the Fortune 500 list has improved this year.

  • Example

    The athlete's world ranking dropped after an injury.

  • Example

    The restaurant received a low ranking in the latest food guide.

ranking Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with ranking

  • a numerical position assigned to an individual or team based on their performance in a particular sport or activity compared to others around the world

    Example

    She is currently ranked third in the world ranking for women's tennis.

  • the position of a website in the results page of a search engine query

    Example

    Improving your website's search engine ranking can increase traffic and visibility.

  • rank and file

    ordinary members of an organization, as opposed to its leaders

    Example

    The rank and file of the union were unhappy with the proposed contract.

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Summary: ranking in Brief

The term 'ranking' [ˈræŋkɪŋ] refers to a position in a hierarchy or scale that indicates status or importance. It can be used in various contexts, such as educational institutions, companies, athletes, and restaurants. Examples include 'The university has a high ranking among educational institutions.' and 'The athlete's world ranking dropped after an injury.' Phrases like 'world ranking' and 'search engine ranking' are also common.

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