noun
- the inability to read and write; illiteracy
Examples
- The charity works to combat analphabetism in rural communities.
- High rates of analphabetism limit economic development in the region.
- Educational programs aim to reduce analphabetism among adults.
- The government launched a campaign against analphabetism.
- Analphabetism affects millions of people worldwide.
- She dedicated her life to fighting analphabetism through volunteer teaching.