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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Youth inside Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall have asked for better access to vocational training, financial literacy courses, and art and music programs, Hahn said.
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Jason Henry, Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026
In an interview with the Connecticut Mirror, Russell said the financial literacy requirement fits into broader wealth-building and financial security efforts supported by the state.
—P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 8 Apr. 2026
The summit brought together 170 educators and lay leaders from Jewish day schools across North America to discuss Jewish education today, including how to cultivate civic literacy and renew Jewish ideas and culture.
—Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
Education has been the biggest priority in the state Legislature this year, specifically improving literacy rates.
—Alexia Aston, Oklahoman, 7 Apr. 2026
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Jason Henry, Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026
In an interview with the Connecticut Mirror, Russell said the financial literacy requirement fits into broader wealth-building and financial security efforts supported by the state.
—P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 8 Apr. 2026
The summit brought together 170 educators and lay leaders from Jewish day schools across North America to discuss Jewish education today, including how to cultivate civic literacy and renew Jewish ideas and culture.
—Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
Education has been the biggest priority in the state Legislature this year, specifically improving literacy rates.
—Alexia Aston, Oklahoman, 7 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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