bureaucratically
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/ˌbjʊrəˈkrætɪkli/
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/ˌbjʊərəˈkrætɪkli/
(bureaucratic)
complex administrative procedures
Etymology
'bureaucratically' originates from the French word 'bureaucratique,' which is derived from 'bureau,' meaning 'desk' or 'office,' and the suffix '-cratique,' meaning 'related to rule or government.'
'bureaucratique' transformed into the English word 'bureaucratic,' and eventually became the adverb 'bureaucratically' in modern English.
Initially, it meant 'related to office work or administration,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a manner involving complex procedures and red tape.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that relates to the business of running an organization, or government, typically involving a lot of administrative procedures.
The process was handled bureaucratically, with numerous forms and approvals required.
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Last updated: 2025/05/18 03:38