ranking

(noun) position on a scale in relation to others in a sport.

(verb) take or have a position relative to others. Synonyms: rank. Example: "This painting ranks among the best in the western world."

(verb) assign a rank or rating to. Synonyms: rate, rank, range, order, grade, place. Examples: "How would you rank these students?." "The restaurant is rated highly in the food guide."

(verb) take precedence or surpass others in rank. Synonyms: rank, outrank.

(adj) having a higher rank. Synonyms: ranking(prenominal), superior, higher-ranking. Example: "Superior officer."