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Formalistik

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Indonesian•1 meaning found
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neutral
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Formal Indonesian
Topic: Formal Indonesian. The category or sphere of life where this word is used.
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Definition & Context

Related to excessive formality or overemphasis on formal and procedural aspects

Synonyms & Variants

birokratis

birokratis

Tending to adhere strictly to rigid rules and procedures, often excessively.

Synonym
kaku

kaku

A state of body or behavior that is stiff or awkward due to feeling uncomfortable or afraid.

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prosedural

prosedural

Related to methods or steps of implementation.

Synonym
terlalu resmi

terlalu resmi

Emphasizing formality to an excessive or unnatural degree.

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Usage Notes or Etymology

Loanword from English 'formalistic' with Indonesian suffix '-tik' commonly used in academic terminology to indicate specific characteristics or nature

Real-world Usage

Pendekatan formalistik dalam birokrasi sering menghambat efisiensi pelayanan publik.

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