1. officials who work in a government department or large organization, especially those who follow rules strictly and are seen as inefficient
Usage: plural of bureaucrat

Examples

• The bureaucrats at city hall took weeks to process our permit application.
• Many citizens complain that bureaucrats create unnecessary red tape.
• Government bureaucrats must follow strict procedures when handling public funds.
• The new policy was designed by bureaucrats who had never worked in the private sector.
• Local bureaucrats often struggle to implement federal regulations effectively.
• She criticized the bureaucrats for their slow response to the crisis.