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illiterate

/ɪˈlɪtərət/ adjective · British & US
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What does illiterate mean?

adjective

Lacking the ability to read or write; unable to read or write.

Example

"The charity aimed to educate the illiterate children in the rural area."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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