bureaucratism
/bjʊˈrɑːkrəˌtɪzəm/
noun
- Excessive focus on rules, procedures, and paperwork, often leading to inefficiency and slow decision-making.
- The manager tried to reduce bureaucratism by cutting unnecessary approval steps.
- Many citizens complain about the bureaucratism in government offices when applying for permits.
- The company's bureaucratism made it impossible to get a simple refund approved.
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