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Grade 10
(il-lit-er-a-cy) 5 syllables

Definition

noun. the inability to read and write, often due to lack of education or access to learning resources.

Example Sentence

Illiteracy is practically nonexistent in Japan.

More Example Sentences

Efforts to reduce illiteracy include providing access to education for all children.

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Rhymes

  • literacy

  • illiteracy
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