officious

Adjective

Assertive of authority in an annoyingly domineering way, especially with regard to petty or trivial matters.

ریشه

From Latin 'officiosus' meaning 'dutiful', from 'officium' meaning 'duty'.

مثال

• The officious security guard wouldn't let us through.
• Her officious manner annoys her colleagues.
• He's always officious, sticking his nose into other people's business.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Officious manner Officious attitude Officious behavior