terdidik

Terdidik is an Indonesian adjective formed from the verb didik (to educate) with the prefix ter-, which marks a state resulting from an action. The term describes someone, a group, or a society that has undergone education and has internalized its lessons, yielding not only knowledge but also manners, discipline, and ethical conduct. In this sense, terdidik conveys a sense of civility and cultivated behavior as a result of education, rather than merely possessing formal credentials.

In usage, terdidik is often preferred when the emphasis is on character formation and social conduct. It is used to describe people who behave politely, respect norms, and uphold moral values, or to portray communities that are perceived as cultured. This nuance differentiates terdidik from berpendidikan, which focuses more on having education or schooling, while terdidik highlights the integrative outcome of education in conduct and character.

Common collocations include warga terdidik (educated citizens), bangsa terdidik (civilized nation), and lingkungan terdidik (educationally oriented environment). The term appears in educational discussions, policy rhetoric, and literary contexts aiming to evoke ideals of civility, ethics, and budi pekerti.

See also: pendidikan, pendidik, budi pekerti, adab.