Bureaucratic

/bjʊroʊˈkrætɪk/ adjective

Relating to or characterized by excessive administrative procedures and red tape. Involving complex official rules and slow decision-making processes.

From French 'bureau' (desk/office) and Greek 'kratia' (rule/power). Literally means 'rule by desks' - originally a neutral term for government by administrative departments, but gained negative connotations.

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