Pronunciation

/ræŋk/

Definitions

Noun

1. Rank (noun): The position or order of importance, value, or hierarchy within a series, list, or group. For example: “In the army, he held the rank of captain.”
2. Ranking (noun): The system or process of assigning positions based on a particular criterion. For example: “The universities are ranked according to their academic reputation.”
3. Social rank (noun): The position or status in a social hierarchy. For example: “Her family’s high social rank allowed her access to exclusive events.”

Verb

1. To rank (verb): To place or assign a position or value to something in comparison with others. For example: “The company ranks its employees based on their performance.”
2. To hold rank (verb): To have a specific position or rank in an organization or group. For example: “He holds the rank of lieutenant in the navy.”

Phrases

• “Promote to a higher rank” means to give someone a better position or title.
• “Maintain rank” implies staying in the same position without any changes.
• “Ranks from bottom to top” refers to a hierarchical structure with various levels.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “He was proud of his new rank in the police force.”
• Verb: “After several years of hard work, she finally ranked first in her class.”
• Interjection: “The team’s rank slipped after losing several games in a row.”

Synonyms

• Position
• Grade
• Standing
• Positioning
• Order
• Sequence
• Tier
• Level
• Positional status