Eksplisit
/id/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (ID).Definition & Context
AdjectiveAdjective
A word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it.
Stated clearly, explicitly, and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt. It describes information that is “unambiguous” and directly expressed, ensuring that the intended meaning is fully understood without any implied or hidden connotations.
Synonyms & Variants
blak-blakan
Speaking or acting honestly without covering anything up.
ceplas-ceplos
The habit of speaking spontaneously as it is without considering others' feelings.
gamblang
A strong synonym to indicate total clarity.
tanpa aling-aling
An expression meaning to do something directly without intermediaries or small talk.
terang-terangan
Done openly without anything being hidden or kept secret.
jelas
This is a common synonym often used in daily conversation.
terus terang
An expression similar to explicit in the context of honest and transparent communication.
terang
Emphasizes the aspect of visual or conceptual clarity.
Usage Notes or Etymology
This term originates from the Latin explicitus, the past participle of explicare. Etymologically, the root means “to unfold” or “to unroll”. Adopted via the Dutch expliciet, it entered Indonesian formal registers to denote ideas presented openly and thoroughly. In social dynamics, Eksplisit is employed to mitigate the risk of misinterpretation in legal, technical, or workplace instructions. Using this word projects professionalism and decisiveness. Unlike poetic rhetoric which is often implicit, selecting this term aims to eliminate ambiguity, ensuring the message carries an absolute authority that is immediately understandable to the recipient.
Real-world Usage
Instruksi tertulis ini harus bersifat eksplisit agar tidak menimbulkan keraguan bagi seluruh staf.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.