illiteracy

• Substantivo que designa a incapacidade de ler ou escrever, ou a falta de conhecimentos gerais causada pela ausência de leitura e instrução.

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

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1. Inability to readB2formal

   The condition of being unable to read or write.

   Analfabetismo

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

   Sinônimosanalphabetism

   Antônimosliteracy

2. Ignorance from not readingC1formal

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

   Ignorância

   • 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.

   Sinônimosignoranceunenlightenment

   Antônimoseducationlearningliteracy