subliterate

English

Etymology

From sub- +‎ literate.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /sʌbˈlɪtəɹət/

Adjective

subliterate (comparative more subliterate, superlative most subliterate)

1. Having inferior literacy skills.

   Synonyms: semiliterate, underlanguaged

Noun

subliterate (plural subliterates)

1. A subliterate person.