illiteracy
/ɪˈlɪtərəsi/
noun
- The inability to read or write.
- She volunteers at a center that fights adult illiteracy.
- Illiteracy can make it difficult to find a good job.
- The government launched a program to reduce illiteracy in rural areas.
- Lack of knowledge or understanding in a particular subject or area.
- His scientific illiteracy was obvious when he couldn't explain basic biology.
- Digital illiteracy is a growing concern in the modern workplace.
- Many people suffer from financial illiteracy and struggle with budgeting.
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