officialdom

Meanings

• noun

  The system or body of officials in a organization or government.

  - "The inner workings of officialdom can be complex and difficult to navigate."
  - "The officialdom of the court was known for its strict adherence to protocol."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with officialdom
domicile , nobility , pommelie

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Variants

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officialdom , officialdoms

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Etymology

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From the Middle English word 'officiallitee', meaning 'office' or 'duty'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'officialdom' first appeared in English in the 15th century.

2. The word 'officialdom' is often used in a negative context to refer to the corrupt or inefficient aspects of government or organizational structures.

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Related Concepts

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1. bureaucracy: A complex system of administration characterized by the establishment of a hierarchy of offices and the division of labor.

2. red tape: Excessive regulations and formalities, especially those that hinder efficiency and progress.

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Culture

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Officialdom is often associated with bureaucracy and red tape. It can refer to the formal and often impersonal aspects of government or organizational structures.

How to Memorize "officialdom"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, imposing building filled with officials in suits, busily going about their duties.
   - Visualize a maze of offices and corridors, representing the complexities of officialdom.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'officialdom' with the image of a stern-faced official in a government building.
   - Think of the word 'bureaucracy' when you see or hear the word 'officialdom'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'officialdom' starts with the letter 'o', which looks like an official's hat.
   - Think of the phrase 'Officials Doing Important Stuff Justly' to remember the meaning of the word.

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