In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:
Our school prefect is too officious and we all hate him because of his behaviour.
The word officious means “assertive of authority in a domineering way, especially with regard to trivial matters” or “intrusively enthusiastic in offering help or advice”. Therefore, the sentence means that the school prefect is too eager to tell people what to do and has too high an opinion of their own importance, which is why everyone hates him. Therefore, the option that is nearest in meaning to the word “officious” is over-zealous
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