noun
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the outlook or behaviour of officials, esp those rigidly adhering to regulations; bureaucracy
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officials or bureaucrats collectively
Etymology
Origin of officialdom
Example Sentences
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Despite her energetic enquiries to several layers of officialdom within Germany and beyond, Usik says she "hasn't been able to find a solution".
From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026
He often spoke about his connections to officialdom, two people who knew him said, on condition of anonymity.
From Reuters • Nov. 14, 2023
Borthwick hailed England's fans in Marseille saying their support helped his team overcome their latest brush with officialdom when Tom Curry was shown a third-minute red card against Argentina.
From BBC • Sep. 15, 2023
But on the principle that one waits to be asked to join the most exclusive clubs, Seoul officialdom is keeping mum.
From Washington Times • May 18, 2023
They were slow, they were thorough; none of the slapdash arrogance and sudden deviousness that marked Karhidish officialdom.
From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin
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