Vocabulary Entry

officiously

|adverb • adjective

adverb

In a manner that is assertively kind and helpful, often in an intrusive or meddlesome way.

Example Sentences

"She officiously offered her advice on how to improve my project."

"The librarian was always officiously suggesting books for every occasion."

"His officiously helpful attitude often annoyed his coworkers."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The officious manager constantly interrupted the team's discussions."

"Her officious nature made her unpopular among her peers."

"He gave an officious report on the committee's activities, even when not asked."