literate
Translation
literate, educated, knowledgeable
Examples
She is literate in both English and Spanish.
She is literate in both English and Spanish.
He is a highly literate and articulate speaker.
He is a highly literate and articulate speaker.
The goal is to make the entire population computer-literate.
The goal is to make the entire population computer-literate.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) is literate ((in sth.)) to be able to read and write (in a language) She is literate in both English and Spanish.
a literate ((person)) an educated person He is a highly literate and articulate speaker.
Similar Words
Synonyms: educated, knowledgeable; Antonyms: illiterate, uneducated
Etymology
From Latin 'litteratus' (lettered, learned), which comes from 'littera' (letter).
Memory Tips
Think of 'letters'. Someone who is 'literate' knows their letters, meaning they can read and write.