intrusive; intrusive in a meddling or offensive manner
The officious neighbor constantly reported minor infractions to the landlord.
Vocabulary like officious appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.
stick out; push to thrust outward
annoyingly noticeable
lacking sharpness or intelligence
prevent; do away with
happening from time to time
obstruct; occlude
fill; keep busy with
attacking; the action of attacking an enemy
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