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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The new initiative was launched this week by the team at We Need Diverse Books, and aims to build partnerships between schools and teachers to improve literacy, support diverse authors and books that have been targeted by book banners, and create a nationwide community of teachers and students.
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James Folta, Literary Hub, 22 Jan. 2026
Kids have the opportunity to expand creativity, enhance literacy and enjoy crafts and other hands-on fun.
—Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 22 Jan. 2026
This refers to a series of policies in Mississippi that were focused on improving childhood literacy, including student supports, a focus on phonics, tutoring, accountability metrics and teacher training programs.
—Emma Murphy, Oklahoma Voice, 22 Jan. 2026
There were suggestions on what many of them would like to have in the building such as providing mental health services, job placement, educational programming and financial literacy classes.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Jan. 2026
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James Folta, Literary Hub, 22 Jan. 2026
Kids have the opportunity to expand creativity, enhance literacy and enjoy crafts and other hands-on fun.
—Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 22 Jan. 2026
This refers to a series of policies in Mississippi that were focused on improving childhood literacy, including student supports, a focus on phonics, tutoring, accountability metrics and teacher training programs.
—Emma Murphy, Oklahoma Voice, 22 Jan. 2026
There were suggestions on what many of them would like to have in the building such as providing mental health services, job placement, educational programming and financial literacy classes.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for literacy
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“Literacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/literacy. Accessed 28 Jan. 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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