Meaning & Definition of word "Bureaucrat"

Bureaucrat

/ˈbjʊərəkræt/

1. An official who works in a bureaucracy, often characterized by adherence to rules and regulations.
- Example: The bureaucrat spent hours filling out forms to ensure compliance with the new regulations.
2. A person who is involved in the administrative system of government or organization, sometimes perceived as overly concerned with procedures.
- Example: Critics argued that the bureaucrat's rigid adherence to protocol hindered progress on the project.
3. A member of a bureaucracy, often employed by government, who wields power through their position and the system.
- Example: As a seasoned bureaucrat, she knew how to navigate the complex government structures to get results.

●From French 'bureaucrate', from 'bureau' meaning 'desk' and '-crat' meaning 'power'.

red tape:

Excessive regulation or rigid conformity to formal rules that hinders action or decision-making.

bureaucratic nightmare:

A situation involving complicated rules or processes that create excessive difficulty.

government bureaucrat:

An official working in government administration.

bureaucracy:

A system of government or management characterized by a hierarchy of officials and an adherence to rules.

regulation:

A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority.

administration:

The process or activity of running a business, organization, etc.

Meaning: paper pusher

● Example Sentence: He’s just a paper pusher, not someone who actually gets things done.

Meaning: desk jockey

● Example Sentence: As a desk jockey, she spends most of her time filling out forms.