literate
//ˈlɪtərət//
Adjective
literateCanonical form
more literateComparative
most literateSuperlative
1
Able to read and write.
Most adults in this country are literate.
2
Knowledgeable or educated in a particular field or subject.
She is financially literate and manages her investments wisely.
3
Well-written or showing skill in writing.
Her essay was literate and engaging.
Antonym
Noun
1
A person who can read and write.
The number of literates in the country has increased significantly over the past decade.