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Bureaucracy

Description:

Bureaucracy refers to a system of organization and administration that is characterized by numerous rules, procedures, and hierarchical structures. It often operates in government offices, large institutions, or corporate environments.

Sample Sentences:

1. The bureaucracy of the government agency made it difficult to get a simple form processed.
2. She was frustrated by the excessive bureaucracy involved in starting her own business.
3. The company's bureaucracy slowed down the decision-making process, hindering progress.

Usage as Noun:

In its noun form, bureaucracy refers to the administrative system or the officials involved in running an organization.

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Usage as Adjective:

As an adjective, bureaucratic describes something that is characteristic of or related to bureaucracy.

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