Literacy

/ˈlɪtə rəsi/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The ability to read and write.

Improving literacy rates is essential for the development of any society.

The knowledge and skills related to a particular subject, such as financial literacy or digital literacy.

The program focuses on raising digital literacy among the younger generation.

The quality or state of being literate, including the ability to understand and communicate effectively.

Cultural literacy is important for understanding different perspectives in a globalized world.

From Latin 'litteratus' meaning 'lettered, educated'.

digital literacy

The ability to effectively use digital tools and internet resources.

financial literacy

The ability to understand and use financial skills.

cultural literacy

The familiarity with the knowledge of a culture necessary to communicate effectively.

illiteracy

The inability to read or write.

literate

Able to read and write.

education

The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction.

Lit

He's feeling lit after reading that insightful article about literacy.

Words up

When she said she aced her literacy test, I was like, words up!