person with low educational attainment; someone with inferior education
A somewhat blunt, objective label. Often used in sociological or critical contexts. Can carry a negative or discriminatory tone depending on context.
There are still many cases where people with low educational attainment are disadvantaged in employment.
He belittles himself as someone with inferior education.
Compound of 低 (low) + 学歴 (educational background) + 者 (person). A straightforward modern coinage reflecting social discourse on educational inequality.