LITERACY 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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Noun

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

Noun

In other words, the knowledge and the connections that De la Fuente has built up over time.

— Oliver Kay, New York Times, 20 July 2026
In part, because of the safety-critical and specific knowledge needed to keep thousands of planes on track every day, airlines don’t often hire from other industries, especially at the top.

— Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 19 July 2026

Definition of knowledge

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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

Nearly 1,100 students applied and more than 300 students received scholarships to Indiana schools in the competitive program.

— Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2026
In high-demand districts, lawmakers wondered whether their scholarships even make a difference.

— Jay A. Perman, Baltimore Sun, 18 July 2026

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