educated
2 antonyms and opposites of educated, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Having received a significant level of schooling or training.
Antonyms
How to use educated
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From educate + -ed.
Full origin of educated →Frequently asked questions
What does “educated” mean?
The word “educated” means having received a significant level of schooling or training. In plain terms, either well-schooled, or informed by real knowledge rather than pure luck.
How do you pronounce “educated”?
“Educated” is pronounced EHD-zhuh-kay-tihd (/ˈɛd͡ʒəkeɪtɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “educated” in a sentence?
Here is “educated” used in a sentence: “She is a highly educated professional with two advanced degrees.”
What is the opposite of “educated”?
The opposite of “educated” — its antonyms — are noneducated and uneducated.
What part of speech is “educated”?
“Educated” is an adjective.
Is “educated” a common word?
“Educated” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “educated” have?
“Educated” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having received a significant level of schooling or training.
What is the difference between 'educated' and 'literate'?
'Educated' means having received a significant level of schooling or training, while 'literate' specifically means able to read and write. An educated person has broad knowledge, whereas literacy is the basic ability to handle written language.
What is the difference between 'educated' and 'intelligent'?
'Educated' describes knowledge gained through schooling or training, while 'intelligent' describes a natural ability to learn and reason. A person can be highly intelligent without being formally educated, and someone can be well educated without being exceptionally intelligent.
What is the difference between 'educated' and 'well-read'?
'Educated' covers formal schooling or training across many subjects, while 'well-read' means having gained knowledge specifically through wide reading. A well-read person may be self-taught rather than formally educated.