mocných

Mocných is the genitive plural form of the Czech adjective mocný and is commonly used in journalistic and academic language as a noun meaning “the powerful.” It refers to people or groups that hold significant influence over political, economic, or social life. The term covers a broad spectrum, including political leaders, high-level civil servants, corporate executives, and other individuals or networks with substantial decision-making power.

In Czech discourse, mocní are discussed in terms of power distribution, accountability, and their impact on policy and society. The usage can carry a critical tone when addressing issues such as concentration of power, inequalities, lobbying, or influence over media and public institutions. The concept is often contrasted with the wider population or with formal institutions of democracy, highlighting how power can operate through informal channels in addition to official structures.

Related concepts include elita (elite), vládní elita, and zájmové skupiny (interest groups). The term appears in political analysis, sociology, history, and public debate, where it helps describe the actors who shape agendas, norms, and outcomes beyond the widely visible institutions of government.

See also: elita, moc, vládnutí, politika, zájmové skupiny.