Wyksztaconych

Wykształconych is the genitive plural form of the Polish adjective wykształcony, meaning educated. In Polish syntax, the form wykształconych can function as a noun phrase referring to educated people in general, as in wykształconych ludzi. It is not a formal social class, but a descriptor that appears in political, economic, and cultural discourse to designate a group defined by educational attainment.

In sociology and political discourse, educated people are frequently discussed as a vector of human capital. Educational attainment correlates with employment prospects, income, health outcomes, and civic participation. The size and composition of wykształconych reflect education policy, migration, and demographic change, and they influence debates about innovation, productivity, and social mobility.

Poland has undergone significant expansion of education since the 20th century, including mass primary and secondary schooling and growth of higher education. In contemporary Poland and in many developed economies, the share of wykształconych has risen, accompanied by discussions about credential inflation, regional disparities, and the role of lifelong learning.

Usage notes: the term stresses attested education level rather than wealth or origin, and may be used in both descriptive and evaluative contexts. Related terms include wykształcenie (education) and wykształcony (educated).