Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bureaucracy
noun
/bjʊəˈrɒkrəsi/
Definition
A system of government or management in which decisions are made by state officials or administrators rather than by elected representatives.
Examples
- Many people believe that bureaucracy slows down the decision-making process.
- The new regulations aim to reduce unnecessary bureaucracy within the company.
- His frustration with the bureaucracy led him to seek a different job.
Meaning
Bureaucracy refers to an organizational structure that follows strict procedures and rules to manage complex tasks and operations.
Synonyms
- administration
- management
- red tape
- officialdom
