Definition

Someone who has not received an education or lacks knowledge in certain areas.

Example

He felt uneducated compared to his peers who had attended university.

Conversation

I can't believe how some people can be so uneducated about basic facts.

I know, right? It’s surprising what people don’t know these days.

It’s almost like they don’t even want to learn.

Exactly! Education is so important for everyone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uneducated → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "educate" (from Latin "educare", meaning to bring up or rear). The word "uneducated" means not having received an education or lacking knowledge.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having been 'brought up' ('educate') in terms of learning — that's why uneducated means lacking education.

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