Choose the word or phrase from A to E which has the nearest meaning to the underlined word or words in each sentence :

Our school prefect is too officious and we all hate him because of his behavior.

  • A Efficient
  • B Efficacious
  • C Over-zealous
  • D Active
  • E Showy
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The correct answer is C. Over-zealous

To be "officious" means to be excessively eager in offering unwanted advice or services, often in a bossy or interfering manner.

"over-zealous," conveys the idea of excessive eagerness and enthusiasm, capturing the meaning of "officious" in this context.

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