ensiklopedik

Ensiklopedik is an adjective used in Indonesian and Malay to describe content that resembles or belongs to an encyclopedia. It implies comprehensive coverage, factual accuracy, neutral tone, and verifiability, with emphasis on breadth and clear organization. An ensiklopedik text aims to inform rather than persuade, presenting topics in a balanced and structured way.

Etymology and usage follow a path from the word ensiklopedia (encyclopedia) through European languages into Indonesian. The form ensiklopedik reflects Indonesian morphological patterns, using the -ik suffix to denote an adjective. In broader usage, ensiklopedik describes articles, essays, textbooks, and online content that strive for an encyclopedic standard of completeness and objectivity.

Characteristics typically associated with ensiklopedik material include: broad scope or thorough treatment of a topic, factual statements supported by reliable sources, neutral or non-persuasive language, clear definitions and explanations, and organized presentation with distinct topics or sections. Citations or references are common to enable verification and further reading. The term is often applied to reference works and to high-quality encyclopedia-style entries in various media, including online platforms.

Regional and linguistic parallels exist. In Turkish, a similar form is ansiklopedik, carrying the same sense of encyclopedic quality. Across languages, the concept reflects a shared expectation that knowledge be presented with accuracy, structure, and verifiability, suitable for readers seeking reliable information.