Unlettered

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈlɛtərd/

Definitions of unlettered

adjective describing someone who is not able to read or write

Example Sentences

A1 The unlettered man struggled to read the street signs.

A2 She felt embarrassed about her unlettered handwriting.

B1 The unlettered population in the rural area faced challenges accessing education.

B2 Despite being unlettered, he had a natural talent for music.

C1 The unlettered individuals in the community were eager to learn and improve their literacy skills.

C2 The unlettered poet's raw emotions and powerful imagery resonated with readers around the world.

Examples of unlettered in a Sentence

formal The unlettered man struggled to read the complex legal document.

informal She's unlettered, so she prefers listening to audiobooks instead of reading.

slang Don't worry about being unlettered, just ask for help when you need it.

figurative His unlettered mind was like a blank canvas, waiting to be filled with knowledge.

Grammatical Forms of unlettered

• past tense: unlettered
• plural: unlettered
• comparative: more unlettered
• superlative: most unlettered
• present tense: unlettered
• future tense: will be unlettered
• perfect tense: have been unlettered
• continuous tense: is being unlettered
• singular: unlettered
• positive degree: unlettered
• infinitive: to be unlettered
• gerund: being unlettered
• participle: unlettered

Origin and Evolution of unlettered

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'unlettered' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'unlæred' meaning 'not taught or uneducated.'

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'unlettered' has evolved to refer to someone who is illiterate or lacking in formal education.