Big government refers to a political concept characterized by an overbearing state, which exercises control over every aspect of people's lives and increasingly intervenes in the economy. The term big government is often associated with negative connotations, and some people may prefer to use other expressions to describe it. Alternative synonyms for big government may include "bloated bureaucracy," "intrusive state," "centralized power," or "oversized authority." Other terms that convey similar meanings to big government include "statism," "authoritarianism," "totalitarianism," "collectivism," and "socialism." The use of these synonyms can help to avoid ambiguity in political discourse and clarify the position of individuals or groups regarding governmental policies and ideologies.