illiterate
/ɪˈlɪtərət/
CEFR level C1Topic EducationWord #6989 in the learning path
不识字的；文盲的
Definitions
adj. Unable to read or write.
不识字的；文盲的
adj. Lacking basic knowledge or skills in a particular area.
缺乏某领域知识的
Example
Her grandfather was illiterate but told wonderful bedtime stories.
她的祖父虽然不识字，却很会讲睡前故事。
Free adult education can help illiterate citizens develop essential skills and participate more fully in society.
免费的成人教育能够帮助不识字的公民掌握基本技能，更充分地参与社会生活。
Collocations
- illiterate adults
- computer illiterate
- financially illiterate
Word family
- illiteracy (n.)
- literate (adj.)
- literacy (n.)
Antonyms
- literate
Usage tip
名词用法易显贬义，宜用形容词客观描述。
FAQ
- What does illiterate mean?
- Unable to read or write. Lacking basic knowledge or skills in a particular area.
- How is illiterate pronounced?
- UK /ɪˈlɪtərət/, US /ɪˈlɪtərət/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
