innumerate

/ɪnˈnjʊməˌreɪt, -ˌreɪt/

Definitions

1. adjective

incapable of or lacking in mathematical ability or knowledge.

“He was innumerate, struggling to balance his checkbook.”

2. noun

a person who is innumerate.

“The innumerate student asked his teacher for help with basic arithmetic.”

Synonyms

  • illiterate
  • mathematically challenged
  • numerate

Antonyms

  • literate
  • mathematically gifted
  • numerical