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UK//ˌʌn.ɛk.jʊ.keɪ.tɪd//US//ˌʌn.ɛk.jʊˈkeɪ.tɪd//

Meaning of Uneducated

Lacking education or knowledge.

In simple words: Someone who has not received education.

Uneducated in a sentence

  • Many uneducated individuals struggle to find good jobs.
  • The report highlighted the disadvantages faced by uneducated people in society.
  • He is often unfairly judged for being uneducated.
  • An uneducated opinion may not consider all facts.
  • Being uneducated does not mean someone isn’t intelligent or capable.

How to use Uneducated

Used to describe someone lacking formal education. Avoid in formal contexts when referring to intelligence.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'un' as meaning 'not', so 'uneducated' means 'not educated'.

Related words

Collocations with Uneducated

  • uneducated person
  • uneducated background
  • uneducated opinion

Synonyms for Uneducated

  • ignorant
  • uninformed
  • unschooled
  • illiterate

Opposites of Uneducated

Common mistakes with Uneducated

  • Confused with 'illiterate' - uneducated refers to lack of formal education, while illiterate means unable to read.
  • Using as a noun instead of an adjective - 'the uneducated' instead of 'uneducated people'.

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Frequently asked questions about Uneducated

What does Uneducated mean?

Someone who has not received education.

What is the definition of Uneducated?

Lacking education or knowledge.

How do you use Uneducated in a sentence?

Many uneducated individuals struggle to find good jobs.

Can you give another example of Uneducated?

The report highlighted the disadvantages faced by uneducated people in society.

What are synonyms for Uneducated?

Common alternatives include ignorant, uninformed, unschooled, illiterate.

What is the opposite of Uneducated?

Opposite meanings include educated, knowledgeable, informed.

What words go with Uneducated?

It commonly pairs with uneducated person, uneducated background, uneducated opinion.

What are common mistakes when using Uneducated?

Confused with 'illiterate' - uneducated refers to lack of formal education, while illiterate means unable to read. Using as a noun instead of an adjective - 'the uneducated' instead of 'uneducated people'.

How do you pronounce Uneducated?

US: //ˌʌn.ɛk.jʊˈkeɪ.tɪd//, UK: //ˌʌn.ɛk.jʊ.keɪ.tɪd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Uneducated?

Used to describe someone lacking formal education. Avoid in formal contexts when referring to intelligence.