noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
advancement in life; getting ahead; establishing oneself
Refers to achieving social or professional success through one's own efforts. Often used in the set phrase 立身出世 (りっしんしゅっせ).
彼は若くして立身し、会社の重役になった。
He got ahead in life at a young age and became a company executive.
立身出
He came to Tokyo dreaming of success in life.