CSE Vocabulary Questions 1–15

Vocabulary flashcards covering the key terms and their meanings from the CSE Vocabulary Questions 1–15 lecture notes.

Abeyance

A state of temporary disuse or suspension.

Gargantuan

Extremely large; enormous.

Tinge

A slight trace, flavor, or hint of something—often color; a touch.

Salawsaw

A colloquial term referring to money or cash.

Posit

To assume or suggest something as a basis for argument; to postulate.

Germination

The process by which a seed begins to sprout and develop into a plant.

Pagal

Tagalog for tired or exhausted.

Furtive

Secretive; attempting to avoid notice or attention.

Prolifikong

Tagalog adjective meaning prolific or highly productive; industrious.

Debacle

A sudden and disastrous failure; a downfall or collapse.

Concise

Giving a lot of information clearly in a few words; brief and to the point.

Walis tingting (metaphor)

Symbolizes separation or disunity (pagkawatakwatak).

Acolyte

An assistant or follower, especially one who aids in religious services.

Exigency

An urgent need or demand; a necessity.

Imperative

Of vital importance; crucial; essential.