Meaning Of The Word Officious

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officious
adjective: If you describe someone as officious, you are critical of them because they are eager to tell people what to do when you think they should not.

officious in American English
ready to serve; obliging
adjective: objectionably aggressive in offering one's unrequested and unwanted services, help, or advice; meddlesome

officious in British English
adjective: unnecessarily or obtrusively ready to offer advice or services

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