Bureaucratic

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Pronunciation: /bjʊˌrɑːkrætɪk/

Definitions of bureaucratic

adjective relating to or characteristic of a bureaucracy; overly complicated and inefficient

Example Sentences

A1 The bureaucratic process for obtaining a visa can be confusing for first-time travelers.

A2 She found the bureaucratic paperwork required for her new job overwhelming.

B1 The company's bureaucratic policies made it difficult for employees to make quick decisions.

B2 The bureaucratic red tape delayed the construction project by several months.

C1 The bureaucratic nature of the government agency hindered its ability to respond quickly to emergencies.

C2 The bureaucratic system in place was so complex that even seasoned professionals struggled to navigate it.

Examples of bureaucratic in a Sentence

formal The bureaucratic process for obtaining a visa can be quite complex and time-consuming.

informal Dealing with all the bureaucratic red tape at the government office is such a hassle.

slang I can't stand all the bureaucratic nonsense we have to deal with at work.

figurative The bureaucratic maze of rules and regulations can feel like a never-ending labyrinth.

Grammatical Forms of bureaucratic

past tense

bureaucratized

plural

bureaucratics

comparative

more bureaucratic

superlative

most bureaucratic

present tense

bureaucratizes

future tense

will bureaucratize

perfect tense

has bureaucratized

continuous tense

is bureaucratizing

singular

bureaucratic

positive degree

bureaucratic

infinitive

to bureaucratize

gerund

bureaucratizing

participle

bureaucratized

Origin and Evolution of bureaucratic

First Known Use: 1815 year
Language of Origin: French
Story behind the word: The word 'bureaucratic' originated from the French word 'bureaucratique'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe the system of government by bureaus or offices, the term 'bureaucratic' has evolved to refer to excessive red tape, rigid adherence to rules, and inefficiency in organizations.