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bureaucratic

adjective/bjʊˈrɑːkrə.tɪk/

relating to the administrative system governing any large institution or organization

The company implemented a new policy to reduce bureaucratic red tape and improve efficiency within the organization.

administrativeofficialregulatory
word origin — The term 'bureaucratic' originates from the French word 'bureaucratie', which combines 'bureau' meaning 'desk' and 'cratie' meaning 'power' or 'rule', reflecting the administrative processes of managing large organizations.