/ˌbyroʊˈkrɑːt/ BY-roh-KRAT

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is responsible for managing or administering an organization, especially a government agency, often characterized by a complex and slow decision-making process.

“The new bureaucrat struggled to navigate the outdated policies and procedures of the department.”

2. noun

A person who engages in bureaucratic behavior, such as excessive paperwork and red tape.

“The politician was criticized for being a bureaucratic, focusing too much on procedure and not enough on results.”