literate — able to read and write
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: able to read and write
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlɪtərət/
Example Sentences
- My grandpa became literate at 70 and now he's addicted to reading romance novels.
- In today's world, being digitally literate is as important as traditional literacy.
- She claims to be computer literate, but she still asks me how to copy and paste.
literate
ADJECTIVE[/ˈlɪtərət/]
able to read and write
In the village school, every child is finally literate and reads aloud proudly.
Be literate to obliterate what makes us illiterate!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'litteratus', which originates from 'littera' (letter, character). Originally meaning 'one who knows letters', the term gradually expanded to denote 'educated' or 'cultured'.
Breakdown
litter- (letter, character) + -ate (adjective suffix indicating a quality or state)
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📝Examples
“My grandpa became literate at 70 and now he's addicted to reading romance novels.”
“In today's world, being digitally literate is as important as traditional literacy.”
“She claims to be computer literate, but she still asks me how to copy and paste.”
“The literacy program helped thousands of adults become literate.”
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