The word 'officious' means

Correct answer: self-important

Explanation: The word officious refers to a person who is self-important, meddlesome, or eager to offer unwanted help or advice. A. self-important ✅: exact meaning, someone who behaves as if they are more important than they really are. B. official ❌: relates to authority or formal duties; not the same. C. serious ❌: solemn or sincere; different meaning. D. enterprising ❌: energetic, resourceful; positive sense, not related. ✔ Example: The clerk was so officious that he kept interfering in everyone’s work. ✅ Correct Answer: A. self-important ✅