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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Both bills would establish teacher training academies focused on the science of reading so educators could earn an early literacy micro-credential.
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Nuria Martinez-Keel, Oklahoma Voice, 26 Mar. 2026
In terms of incorporating literacy into the program, there are designated times for reading books as a group, but at the end of the day specifically, clinicians focus on regulation while creating literacy awareness.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2026
The bill would eliminate some offerings, including virtual driver’s education, a literacy program for students in grades K-5 and custom sections.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 26 Mar. 2026
Her other priorities listed on her website include teacher satisfaction, college/career readiness, fiscal responsibility, early childhood education, equity, anti-bullying, mental health support and AI literacy.
—Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2026
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Nuria Martinez-Keel, Oklahoma Voice, 26 Mar. 2026
In terms of incorporating literacy into the program, there are designated times for reading books as a group, but at the end of the day specifically, clinicians focus on regulation while creating literacy awareness.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2026
The bill would eliminate some offerings, including virtual driver’s education, a literacy program for students in grades K-5 and custom sections.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 26 Mar. 2026
Her other priorities listed on her website include teacher satisfaction, college/career readiness, fiscal responsibility, early childhood education, equity, anti-bullying, mental health support and AI literacy.
—Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2026
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“Literacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/literacy. Accessed 1 Apr. 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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