illiteracy

Meanings

• Noun

  The inability to read and write with fluency and understanding.

  - "Despite her efforts, she remained illiterate."
  - "The campaign aimed to reduce illiteracy rates in developing countries."

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Pronunciation

1. /ɪˈlɪt(ʃ)ɹəsi/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1446851"

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Antonyms

literacy

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Synonyms

analphabetism

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with illiteracy
inertia , terrify , quarrels , merry

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Variants

List of all variants of illiteracy that leads to same result
illiteracies , illiteracy , functional illiteracy , functional illiterate , functional illiterates , functionally illiterate

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin word 'illiteratus', meaning 'unlettered' or 'uneducated'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. Approximately 775 million adults worldwide are illiterate.

2. Illiteracy rates are highest in sub-Saharan Africa and South and West Asia.

3. Illiteracy can increase the risk of poverty, disease, and social exclusion.

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Related Concepts

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1. functional illiteracy: A level of illiteracy where an individual can read and write but not at a level sufficient for everyday needs.

2. numeracy: The ability to understand and use numbers and mathematical concepts.

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Culture

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Illiteracy has been a significant issue throughout history, particularly in developing countries. It can limit opportunities for education, employment, and social mobility. In literature, illiteracy has been a theme in works such as 'Sounder' by William Armstrong and 'Esperanza Rising' by Pam Muñoz Ryan.

How to Memorize "illiteracy"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person holding a blank piece of paper and a pencil, unable to write or read.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with a feeling of helplessness or frustration.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'illiteracy' starts with the letter 'I', just like 'I' can't read or write.

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