is an Arabic word that loosely translates into 'clout' or 'who you know'. It refers to using one’s
connections and/or
influence to get things done, including government transactions such as the quick renewal of a passport, waiving of traffic fines, and
getting hired for or promoted in a job.
Example:
one guy is
looking for a job at some company and he is more then
qualified to get the job.
then a second guy who no
experience at all and he gets the job.
The first guys asked a worker, why that the second guy gets the job.
the worker reply he cousin is a manger in the department.
the first guy said ahh i see he got wasta.