Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being unable to read or write.

“The government launched a campaign to eradicate illiteracy among rural children.”

2. noun

The state or quality of being unable to read or write, especially among a particular population or region.

“The high rate of illiteracy in the city’s underprivileged neighborhoods was a major concern.”

3. noun

A lack of knowledge or understanding of a particular subject or field, especially due to a lack of education.

“The company’s illiteracy about the market trends led to a significant loss in sales.”