analphabetic Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun an illiterate person who does not know the alphabet
    analphabet.
  2. adjective relating to or expressed by a writing system that is not alphabetic
  3. adjective not alphabetic
    • an analphabetic arrangement of letters
    • Jesperson's system of phonetic transcription is analphabetic
  4. adjective satellite having little acquaintance with writing
    unlettered.
    • special tutorials to assist the unlettered sector of society

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