OFFICIOUSNESS Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

officiousness

noun

Definition of officiousness

as in interference

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The sensor supports the missile’s ability to operate around sophisticated air defense networks, where electronic interference and other battlefield threats can complicate targeting.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 11 Nov. 2026
The Broncos held on to beat the Rams 30-26 in Week 3 after a defensive pass interference call negated cornerback Josh Wallace's interception with just over a minute remaining.

— ABC News, ABC News, 10 Nov. 2026

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