Arbitrary bureaucracy Synonyms

Definitions for Arbitrary


  • (adjective) having or showing a tendency to force one's will on others without any regard to fairness or necessity
  • (adjective) lacking a definite plan, purpose, or pattern
  • (adjective) exercising power or authority without interference by others

Definitions for Bureaucracy


  • (noun) a government that is administered primarily by bureaus that are staffed with nonelective officials
  • (noun) nonelective government officials
  • (noun) any organization in which action is obstructed by insistence on unnecessary procedures and red tape