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bureaucratic

/ˌbjʊr.əˈkræt.ɪk/

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adjective

/ˌbjʊr.əˈkræt.ɪk/C1formalpolitical
  • ruОтносящийся к системе управления, характеризующейся официальными процедурами, бюрократической волокитой и иерархической властью.

Relating to a system of administration marked by official procedures, red tape, and hierarchical authority.

  1. Relating to bureaucracyB2formal

    Of or relating to a system of government or administration where decisions are made by state officials rather than by elected representatives, often characterized by rigid procedures and red tape.

    ruБюрократический

    • The bureaucratic process for obtaining a permit can be very slow.
    • She was frustrated by the bureaucratic hurdles in the application.
    • The company's bureaucratic structure made it hard to innovate.

    Synonymsadministrativedepartmentalgovernmentalministerialofficialproceduralred tape

    Antonymsflexibleinformalstreamlined

  2. Excessively concerned with procedureB2formal

    Marked by an overemphasis on formal rules and procedures, often at the expense of efficiency or common sense.

    ruБюрокированный

    • The bureaucratic mindset often prioritizes paperwork over results.
    • His approach was too bureaucratic for the fast-paced startup.
    • The bureaucratic red tape delayed the project for months.

    Synonymsformalisticinflexiblered taperigid

    Antonymsefficientflexibleinformalpragmaticstreamlined

Forms
  • more bureaucratic comparative form
  • most bureaucratic superlative form
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