official; bureaucrat; bureaucracy
Meanings
2 senses · 7 examplesnoun
official; bureaucrat; government functionary
neutralA collective term for officials in a government or administrative system. Can be neutral or carry negative connotations of being rigid and detached.
The ancient imperial court was full of officials of all ranks.
This reform aims to cut the bloated bureaucracy.
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He is seen as a typical career bureaucrat.
noun
bureaucracy; red tape; bureaucratic behavior
derogatoryRefers to the negative practices of bureaucracy, such as excessive adherence to rules, rigid procedures, and indifference to public needs. Often used with verbs like '耍' (to display, to engage in).
He hates encountering bureaucracy the most when handling affairs.
Don't give me that bureaucratic runaround; solve the problem quickly.
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The bureaucratic style of this department seriously hinders innovation.
We need to overcome bureaucracy and improve administrative efficiency.