analphabetic

/ˌænælˈfæbɛtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of individuals or groups unable to read or write.

“The teacher noticed the alphabetic knowledge gap among the alphabetic and analphabetic students in her class.”

2. noun

a person who cannot read or write.

“The charity works to educate both the alphabetic and analphabetic individuals in the community.”

Synonyms

  • illiterate
  • unlettered

Antonyms

  • alphabetical
  • literate