non-literate
|non-lit-er-ate|
B2
/nɒnˈlɪtərət/
unable to read or write
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-literate' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'literate' from Latin 'litteratus', meaning 'educated' or 'learned'.
Historical Evolution
'litteratus' transformed into the English word 'literate', and with the addition of the prefix 'non-', it became 'non-literate'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'litteratus' meant 'educated', but with the prefix 'non-', it evolved to mean 'lacking literacy'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking the ability to read and write.
Many non-literate adults are eager to learn.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35