Definition

A type of language that uses complicated words and phrases, often filled with jargon and euphemisms, typically used by government officials and bureaucrats.

Example

The report was filled with bureaucratese, making it hard to understand the main points.

Conversation

I had to read this report from the city council, and it was full of bureaucratese.

Oh no, that sounds like a headache!

Yeah, I prefer plain language instead of all that jargon.

Same here! It makes everything so much harder to understand.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bureaucratese → It is formed from "bureaucrat" (from French *bureaucrate*, meaning a member of a bureaucracy) and "-ese" (a suffix used to denote a language or style). The term "bureaucratese" refers to the specialized language or jargon used by bureaucrats, often characterized by complex and convoluted expressions.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'bureaucrat' which refers to someone working in a bureaucracy, and the suffix '-ese' that indicates a style or language. This helps you remember that 'bureaucratese' is the specific language or jargon used by bureaucrats.

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