clerkish

/ˈklɜrkɪʃ/

Definitions

1. adjective

having the qualities or characteristics of a clerk, especially in a tedious or mechanical sense

“The clerkish routine of paperwork and data entry made the job dull and uninteresting.”

2. noun

a quality or manner of being that is typical of a clerk

“The company’s clerkish culture emphasized discipline and punctuality above all else.”

Synonyms

  • clerical
  • methodical
  • pedantic

Antonyms

  • carefree
  • chaotic