illiteracy

• Nom désignant l'incapacité à lire ou à écrire, ou le manque de connaissances résultant de l'absence de lecture.

A noun referring to the inability to read or write, or a lack of knowledge resulting from not reading.

indénombrable

1. Inability to readB2formal

   The condition of being unable to read or write.

   illettrisme

   • Illiteracy remains a major problem in many developing countries.
   • Programs to combat adult illiteracy have been launched nationwide.
   • She overcame illiteracy through evening classes.

   Synonymesanalphabetism

   Antonymesliteracy

2. Ignorance from not readingC1formal

   Lack of knowledge or understanding resulting from a lack of reading or education.

   Ignorance due to lack of reading

   • His illiteracy about current events was surprising for a journalist.
   • Cultural illiteracy can lead to misunderstandings in communication.
   • The report highlighted the illiteracy of the public regarding scientific topics.

   Synonymesignoranceunenlightenment

   Antonymeseducationlearningliteracy