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bureaucratic

/ˌbjʊərəʊˈkrætɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does bureaucratic mean?

adjective

Relating to the administration of a government or organization, characterized by a complex system of rules and procedures. Often involving excessive complexity and red tape.

Example

"The bureaucratic process of filling out forms and waiting in line was frustratingly slow."

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