Illiteracy
/ˌɪˈlɪtərəsi/
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Definition
(noun) The inability to read and write.
Sentence Examples
The percentage of illiteracy in that country is 36%.
Monolingualism is the illiteracy of the 21st century.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The local charity works hard to reduce adult ____ by providing free reading and writing classes.