functionary — a person who works in a government or organization, especially in a routine administrative role
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who works in a government or organization, especially in a routine administrative role
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfʌŋkʃəˌneri/
Korean meaning: 공무원, 관리, (조직의) 실무진
Korean pronunciation: **펑**크셔네리
Example Sentences
- The party functionary nodded approvingly at every word the leader said, even when he contradicted himself.
- As a mid-level functionary, she had enough power to frustrate citizens but not enough to actually help them.
- The embassy functionary processed visa applications with mechanical precision.
functionary
NOUN//ˈfʌŋkʃəˌneri//
a person who works in a government or organization, especially in a routine administrative role
a person who works in a government or organization, especially in a routine administrative role
The functionary stamps papers while the missionary serves and the visionary dreams.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'functio(기능, 역할)'에서 유래되어 '기능을 수행하는 사람'이라는 의미로 발전했습니다. 18세기부터 관료나 공무원을 지칭하는 용어로 사용되기 시작했어요.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The party functionary nodded approvingly at every word the leader said, even when he contradicted himself.”
“As a mid-level functionary, she had enough power to frustrate citizens but not enough to actually help them.”
“The embassy functionary processed visa applications with mechanical precision.”
“Local functionaries are responsible for implementing new policies at the community level.”
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