Bureaucrat

usgb/ˈbjʊrəkræt/
noun

A person who works in a system of government or business that has a lot of complex rules and processes.

The newly elected mayor is challenging the bureaucrats at city hall to streamline processes for local initiatives.
Visual representation of "bureaucrat" - A person who works in a system of government or business that has a lot of complex rules and processes.

Often appears as...

  • government bureaucrat
  • career bureaucrat
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Negative Connotation

Can suggest inefficiency or overcomplication due to strict rules; not always seen positively.

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The bureaucrats are slowing down progress with their endless paperwork.
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Impersonal Systems

Refers to people within large organizations, highlighting their role within impersonal structures.

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Bureaucrats in the tax department enforce the rules, but lack personal touch.
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Power and Decision

Bureaucrats can hold power in decision-making processes, even if not elected.

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Healthcare policies are often in the hands of unelected bureaucrats.
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