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OFFICIOUS

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Officious.

Officious - as an adjective satellite

Intrusive in a meddling or offensive manner

Example: "An interfering old woman"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
busy9busybodied19interfering15meddlesome16meddling13

Officious - as an adjective

Obliging, attentive, eager to please.

Offensively intrusive or interfering in offering advice and services.

Example Sentences

"The officious neighbor always interferes in other people's business."
"She is known for her officious manner, constantly offering unsolicited advice."
"The officious clerk at the store insisted on informing me of their store policies."
"The officious waiter kept hovering around our table, making us feel uncomfortable."
"The officious security guard reprimanded visitors for minor infractions."
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Word Game Points

Is OFFICIOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, officious is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OFFICIOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is OFFICIOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, officious is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OFFICIOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is OFFICIOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, officious is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OFFICIOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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