English · Culture & Society
systemic
/sɪˈstɛm.ɪk/
[/sɪˈstɛm.ɪk/]
affecting a whole system
Advancedadjective
Definition
Something systemic relates to or affects an entire system rather than its parts. Speakers point to systemic problems that need systemic change.
Example
The report exposed deep systemic failures.
The report exposed deep systemic failures.
Etymology
From 'system', from Greek 'systema', meaning an organized whole.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in talks on policy, justice, and complex problems.