>> ZG·Lingua >  >> Applied Linguistics >> Psycholinguistics

What is another word for illiterate?

There are many words you could use depending on the context and desired level of formality. Here are some options:

Formal:

* Uneducated

* Unlettered

* Nonliterate

* Inability to read and write

* Functionally illiterate (specifically refers to someone who can read and write but lacks the skills to function in society)

Informal:

* Uneducated

* Unschooled

* Ignorant (can be considered offensive)

* Illiterate (though it's considered somewhat blunt)

It's important to be sensitive when discussing literacy. Some people may find the word "illiterate" offensive, and it's generally better to use a more neutral term like "uneducated" or "unlettered."

Copyright © www.zgghmh.com ZG·Lingua All rights reserved.