bureaucratic

[ byoor-uh-krat-ik ]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or characteristic of a bureaucrat or a bureaucracy; arbitrary and routine.

bureaucratic

/ ˌbjʊərəˈkrætɪk /

adjective

1. of or relating to bureaucrats; characterized by bureaucracy

Derived Forms

• ˌbureauˈcratically, adverb

Other Words From

• bureau·crati·cal·ly adverb
• anti·bureau·cratic adjective
• nonbu·reau·cratic adjective
• nonbu·reau·crati·cal·ly adverb
• semi·bureau·cratic adjective
• semi·bureau·crati·cal·ly adverb
• unbu·reau·cratic adjective
• unbu·reau·crati·cal·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of bureaucratic¹

From the French word bureaucratique, dating back to 1830–40. See bureaucrat, -ic

Example Sentences

Just as important, full termination would mean that reinstituting the tariffs next year — or adding even more on top of them as Trump has promised — would require the next administration to undertake lengthy bureaucratic investigations.

From Los Angeles Times

Other businesses highlight what they see as a heavy bureaucratic burden at both national and European levels, inconsistent government decision-making from Berlin, plus higher labour costs and staff shortages.

From BBC

They may be among the most determined supporters of Trump’s plan to dismantle the bureaucratic “deep state”.

From BBC

He keeps the convoys moving smoothly and free of bureaucratic hold-ups as they cross the border.

From BBC

And his economic vision includes reducing bureaucratic red tape that makes it harder for businesses to succeed, while transforming empty commercial space for artists, nightlife and other creative industries.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• commanding
• directorial
• governmental
• legislative
• ministerial
• organizational
• policy-making
• regulatory
• supervisory