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bureaucracy

noun
bjʊəˈrɒk.rə.si

Meaning

A system of government in which most of the important decisions are made by state officials rather than by elected representatives.

Example Sentences

Excessive bureaucracy can slow down decision-making.

Excessive bureaucracy can slow down decision-making.

Synonyms

administration, red tape, officialdom
Entry 1
administration, red tape, officialdom
Entry 2
administration, red tape, officialdom

Antonyms

flexibility, efficiency, simplicity
Entry 1
flexibility, efficiency, simplicity
Entry 2
flexibility, efficiency, simplicity

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