literacy
noun
lit·er·a·cy
ˈli-t(ə-)rə-sē 
: the quality or state of being literate
a program to promote adult literacy
Examples of literacy in a Sentence
The program is intended to promote adult literacy among people who have had very little schooling.
Their goal is to achieve basic literacy.
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Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 8 May 2026
The district will also work toward making sure all secondary literacy teachers are in the process of obtaining ESL certification, and building a foundation of skills that can help support language development within normal curriculum.
—Samuel O’Neal 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 May 2026
In recent years, the BEU has operated financial literacy initiatives, youth ambassador programs and business development efforts designed to connect residents with long-term economic opportunities.
—J.m. Banks
may 8, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
Boston Public Schools laid out a new policy to tackle emerging issues of artificial intelligence in schools for the School Committee’s consideration, taking aim at regulating use in classrooms, technological literacy training and addressing harm to student through tools like deepfakes.
—Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 7 May 2026
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“Literacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/literacy. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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literacy
noun
lit·er·a·cy
ˈlit-ə-rə-sē
ˈli-trə-sē
: the quality or state of being literate
computer literacy
especially
: ability to read and write
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