"knowledge society" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: knowledge societies [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} knowledge society (plural knowledge societies)
  1. A social and economic structure in which creating, sharing, and using knowledge becomes the primary driver for development, replacing industry as the main economic activity, relying on information and communication technologies (ICTs), and emphasizing education, research, and innovation for societal well-being, economic competitiveness, and effective action; characterized by educated citizens, knowledge workers, and systems that turn information into actionable resources for improving human conditions and fostering sustainable growth.
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