Ranking (Adjective)
Meaning
Having a higher rank; "superior officer".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The ranking officer took charge of the mission after the initial commander was injured.
- She received the briefing from the ranking detective who handled the case.
- A ranking official will be responsible for announcing the winner of the prestigious award.
- In the event of an emergency, the ranking member of the medical team will make life-critical decisions.
- The ranking general issued a statement denying speculation about the involvement of the special forces unit.