LITERACIES Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

literacy

noun

ˈli-t(ə-)rə-sē

Definition of literacy

as in education

the understanding and information gained from being educated he impressed everyone with his general literacy as well as his natural intelligence

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Recent Examples of literacy Dawson is focused on improving student achievement and strengthening literacy and math instruction. — Kellye Lynn, CBS News, 13 July 2026 Recent news about literacy, education and general smarts in California and across the country has been somewhat distressing. — Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026 There is so much discussion about the demise of literacy and the crumbling of the American education system. — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 13 July 2026 But the solution is likewise complex; children who are read to are more likely to show improved literacy overtime but for many working class parents and families, time is in short supply. — Caroline Reilly, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for literacy

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Ellis said the county and Atlanta’s school board need that tax revenue to fund services like hospitals, courts and childhood education over the next three decades.

— Shaddi Abusaid, AJC.com, 16 July 2026
But they're all connected by a love for adventure and a fascination with science—they're here to enjoy Lindblad's iconic education component that frequently sets the company apart from other expedition cruise lines.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026

Definition of education

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Pavel Mintyukov signs contract extension with Ducks Defenseman Pavel Mintyukov has agreed to five-year contract extension worth $36 million with the Ducks, a person with knowledge of the negotiations told the Associated Press.

— Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Known for his deep technical knowledge and signature milk punches, Gibson has brought that ingenuity to Lucky Star through his reserved cocktails, such as the cookies and cream made with rum, clarified milk tea and creme de cacao.

— Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026

Definition of knowledge

Noun

The researchers also compared their approach with existing reinforcement learning and hierarchical control methods.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 15 July 2026
And travel guru Rick Steves reminded us that jet lag is not something that simply has a learning curve.

— Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2026

Definition of learning

Noun

Garza was the first player Kris Richardson offered a scholarship to at Sacramento State after landing the position as offensive line coach with the Hornets in 2019.

— Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026
Players were being given partial scholarships and coaches had to project who might leave or stay after the amateur draft.

— Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

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