of|fi|cious

of|fi|cious
of|fi|cious «uh FIHSH uhs», adjective.
1. too ready to offer services or advice; minding other people's business; fond of meddling: »

One of those officious, noisy little men who are always ready to give you unasked information (Benjamin Disraeli).

 SYNONYM(S): meddlesome; intrusive.
2. (in diplomacy) casual and friendly; unofficial; informal: »

an officious exchange of views.

3. Obsolete. eager to serve; obliging.
╂[< Latin officiōsus dutiful < officium service, office]
–of|fi´cious|ly, adverb.
–of|fi´cious|ness, noun.

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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