Dictionary Entry
literate
adjectiveFind the meaning of the word literate, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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Able to read and write; educated or knowledgeable in a particular area.
Example Sentence
Because she is literate in three languages, she easily found work as a translator.
Usage Note
Use literate to describe someone who can read and write, or who knows a lot about a specific subject, like ‘computer-literate.’
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