noun
knowledge-based society
A society where knowledge creation, dissemination, and use are central to economic and social development. Often used in policy, education, and technology contexts.
21世紀は知識基盤社会と言われている。
The 21st century is said to be a knowledge-based society.
知識基盤社会では、情報リテラシーが重要だ。
In a knowledge-based society, information literacy is important.
情報化社会 (information society) emphasizes the role of information technology and data flow, while 知識基盤社会 focuses on knowledge as the primary driver of value and progress.
Compound of 知識 (knowledge), 基盤 (foundation, base), and 社会 (society). A direct translation of the English term 'knowledge-based society', widely used in academic and policy discourse.