eksplisit

Eksplisit is an Indonesian adjective meaning explicit: clearly expressed, unambiguous, or directly stated. The term is used across disciplines to describe information, statements, or content presented in a direct and recognizable form, with little or no need for interpretation. It derives from the English explicit, which ultimately comes from Latin explicitus “unfolded, explained.”

In linguistics and communication, eksplisit refers to information that is stated overtly rather than implied. An eksplisit sentence or clause makes the subject, action, and referents explicit, reducing ambiguity. By contrast, implicit information is inferred from context, prior knowledge, or suggestive language. The distinction is used in text analysis, policy writing, and discourse studies to assess clarity and communicative effectiveness.

In knowledge management and information systems, eksplisit knowledge describes codified, easily articulable knowledge—such as manuals, procedures, databases, and formal documents—intended for explicit communication. This stands in contrast to tacit knowledge, which is experiential, highly context-dependent, and harder to verbalize or formalize.

In media, entertainment, and law, eksplisit is used to label content that is direct and graphic, such as explicit sexual content or graphic violence. Konten eksplisit is commonly subject to age ratings, content warnings, and access controls to protect audiences and comply with regulatory frameworks.