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SEMILITERATE

(adj.sat, noun, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Semiliterate.

Semiliterate - as an adjective satellite

Literate but poorly informed

Barely able to read and write

Example: "An semiliterate scrawl"

Able to read but not to write

Semiliterate - as a noun

A person who is semiliterate.

Semiliterate - as an adjective

Not entirely literate; having a limited grasp of the written language

Example Sentences

"He was considered semiliterate, as he struggled to read and write simple sentences."
"The semiliterate individual had difficulty understanding complex instructions."
"Despite attending school, he remained semiliterate and couldn't comprehend academic texts."
"The company had to develop training programs for their semiliterate workforce."
"She managed to get a job even though she was semiliterate."
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Word Game Points

Is SEMILITERATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, semiliterate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SEMILITERATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is SEMILITERATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, semiliterate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SEMILITERATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is SEMILITERATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, semiliterate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SEMILITERATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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