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Topic: Japanese Literature Part I: Murasaki Shikibu
A reputation that tells its own tale
Word definitions
pen name (n.): a made-up name used by authors (instead of their real name)
branch (n.): a part of a group or clan (or a shop/office that is part of a chain/company)
anything but: completely not so
thorough (adj.): complete or detailed
privilege (n.): a special advantage or right
intrigue (n.): use of dishonest tactics or secret plans to gain power, influence, etc.
widow (n.): a woman who has lost her husband (and has not remarried)
nobleman (n.): a man of high social rank (especially in the past)
tutor (n.): a private teacher (usually hired to teach one specific person)
lady-in-waiting (n.): a noblewoman who acts as a helper or companion for a higher-rank one
powerhouse (n.): a place, person, or group of great power or influence
ally (n.): a person or group with strong friendly ties with another
leave behind (v.): leave something after one’s death
court (n.): the official home of a monarch and the people who live with them
captivating (adj.): very interesting and able to hold people’s attention
fragile (adj.): easily broken or damaged
legacy (n.) something that is left behind from the past
short-lived (adj.): lasting for a short time
