Chapter XXXII

remote in manner

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

get the meaning of something

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

for the reason that

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Yet, being unprepared, he could take no part in its effective solution.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The new policy encouraged quietude, but lacked stability, and only, perhaps, Shibusawa fathomed the true cause for unrest.

events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading The new policy encouraged quietude, but lacked stability, and only, perhaps, Shibusawa fathomed the true cause for unrest.

past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

past form of “cease” — put an end to a state or an activity

From this reading Shibusawa remained without his sphere and Takara soon ceased to supersede the ease and comfort flowing from official complaisance.

a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain

From this reading Shibusawa remained without his sphere and Takara soon ceased to supersede the ease and comfort flowing from official complaisance.

a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others

From this reading Shibusawa remained without his sphere and Takara soon ceased to supersede the ease and comfort flowing from official complaisance.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Yet, being unprepared, he could take no part in its effective solution.

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From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

-ing form of “devote” — give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

move gently or carefully

From this reading Shibusawa remained without his sphere and Takara soon ceased to supersede the ease and comfort flowing from official complaisance.

producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect

From this reading Yet, being unprepared, he could take no part in its effective solution.

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From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

inspired with confidence

From this reading The new policy encouraged quietude, but lacked stability, and only, perhaps, Shibusawa fathomed the true cause for unrest.

plural of “energy” — (physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

the pleasure felt when having a good time

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

divisible by two

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

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From this reading The new policy encouraged quietude, but lacked stability, and only, perhaps, Shibusawa fathomed the true cause for unrest.

the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases)

From this reading Shibusawa remained without his sphere and Takara soon ceased to supersede the ease and comfort flowing from official complaisance.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The new policy encouraged quietude, but lacked stability, and only, perhaps, Shibusawa fathomed the true cause for unrest.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Shibusawa remained without his sphere and Takara soon ceased to supersede the ease and comfort flowing from official complaisance.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Yet, being unprepared, he could take no part in its effective solution.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

a change for the better; progress in development

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

happening or arising or located within some limits or especially surface

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Yet, being unprepared, he could take no part in its effective solution.

past form of “lack” — be without

From this reading The new policy encouraged quietude, but lacked stability, and only, perhaps, Shibusawa fathomed the true cause for unrest.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

plural of “murderer” — a criminal who commits homicide (who performs the unlawful premeditated killing of another human being)

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading The new policy encouraged quietude, but lacked stability, and only, perhaps, Shibusawa fathomed the true cause for unrest.

not any; not one

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

having official authority or sanction

From this reading Shibusawa remained without his sphere and Takara soon ceased to supersede the ease and comfort flowing from official complaisance.

and nothing more

From this reading The new policy encouraged quietude, but lacked stability, and only, perhaps, Shibusawa fathomed the true cause for unrest.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Yet, being unprepared, he could take no part in its effective solution.

by chance

From this reading The new policy encouraged quietude, but lacked stability, and only, perhaps, Shibusawa fathomed the true cause for unrest.

a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group

From this reading The new policy encouraged quietude, but lacked stability, and only, perhaps, Shibusawa fathomed the true cause for unrest.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

a state of peace and quiet

From this reading The new policy encouraged quietude, but lacked stability, and only, perhaps, Shibusawa fathomed the true cause for unrest.

feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading Shibusawa remained without his sphere and Takara soon ceased to supersede the ease and comfort flowing from official complaisance.

plural of “responsibility” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

move upward

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

filled with satisfaction

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

the state of being free from danger or injury

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

the act of searching for something

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

established or decided beyond dispute or doubt

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

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From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

avoid (one's assigned duties)

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances; frequently (but not necessarily) a liquid solution

From this reading Yet, being unprepared, he could take no part in its effective solution.

in the near future

From this reading Shibusawa remained without his sphere and Takara soon ceased to supersede the ease and comfort flowing from official complaisance.

a particular environment or walk of life

From this reading Shibusawa remained without his sphere and Takara soon ceased to supersede the ease and comfort flowing from official complaisance.

the quality or attribute of being firm and steadfast

From this reading The new policy encouraged quietude, but lacked stability, and only, perhaps, Shibusawa fathomed the true cause for unrest.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

take the place or move into the position of

From this reading Shibusawa remained without his sphere and Takara soon ceased to supersede the ease and comfort flowing from official complaisance.

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From this reading Shibusawa remained without his sphere and Takara soon ceased to supersede the ease and comfort flowing from official complaisance.

carry out

From this reading Yet, being unprepared, he could take no part in its effective solution.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

the capital and largest city of Japan; the economic and cultural center of Japan

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading The new policy encouraged quietude, but lacked stability, and only, perhaps, Shibusawa fathomed the true cause for unrest.

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From this reading Like his father before him he had held himself aloof as much as possible from the turmoils of state, devoting his energies to internal security and improvement; not because of seeking to shirk his duties, but that he might better prepare himself for the responsibilities.

without preparation; not prepared for

From this reading Yet, being unprepared, he could take no part in its effective solution.

a state of agitation or turbulent change or development

From this reading The new policy encouraged quietude, but lacked stability, and only, perhaps, Shibusawa fathomed the true cause for unrest.

badly timed

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading THE RISE OF SHIBUSAWA The untimely death of Ikamon caused little regret, even at Tokyo; no attempt was made to apprehend his murderers, and Daikomitsu settled down, satisfied in the enjoyment of his emoluments.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Shibusawa remained without his sphere and Takara soon ceased to supersede the ease and comfort flowing from official complaisance.

but in spite of that

From this reading Yet, being unprepared, he could take no part in its effective solution.