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illiterate person

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun illiterate person has 1 sense
  1. illiterate, illiterate person, nonreader - a person unable to read
    --1 is a kind of ignoramus, know nothing, uneducated person
    --1 has particulars: analphabet, analphabetic; functional illiterate

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Term: Illiterate Person

Description:

An illiterate person refers to an individual who lacks the ability to read, write, or comprehend written information, usually due to a lack of formal education or limited access to educational resources.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun - General sense:

An illiterate person, in the general sense, is someone who is unable to read or write in any language.

Example sentence: "Without basic literacy skills, an illiterate person may face significant difficulties in the modern world."

2. Noun - Popular sense:

In a popular context, the term "illiterate person" may be used to describe someone who lacks knowledge or understanding in a particular field or subject.

Example sentence: "Although a talented painter, John felt like an illiterate person when it came to understanding complex mathematical concepts."

3. Adjective - Local sense:

In some local contexts, "illiterate person" could be used as an adjective to describe something or someone associated with or characteristic of an area with high illiteracy rates.

Example sentence: "The campaign aimed to improve literacy rates in the region by providing educational resources and support to illiterate person families."

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