Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

officious

Adjective

/əˈfɪʃ.əs/

Definition

Assertively offering unwanted help or services.

Examples

The officious waiter hovered around our table, eager to refill our water glasses.
She found her officious neighbor always trying to give unsolicited advice.
The officious attitude of the manager made the employees feel uncomfortable.

Meaning

The term ‘officious’ refers to someone who is eager to help or take charge but often oversteps boundaries, usually in a way that is unwelcome or intrusive.