illiteracy

Definitions

The inability to read or write.

A lack of knowledge or competence in a particular area or subject.

Examples

The government has launched a new initiative to combat adult illiteracy in rural areas.

Widespread illiteracy remains a significant barrier to economic development in the region.

Synonyms

ignorance unletteredness inability to read lack of education functional illiteracy

Antonyms

literacy education erudition scholarship ability to read and write