memperjelas

Memperjelas is an Indonesian verb meaning to make something clearer or to clarify. It is formed from the adjective jelas with the causative prefix memper-, which signals an action intended to increase clarity. The word is typically used when something is ambiguous or unclear and requires further explanation, precision, or elaboration. It is common in formal, academic, and journalistic contexts and can refer to policies, procedures, terminology, statements, or instructions.

In grammar, memperjelas is a transitive verb that takes a direct object representing what is being clarified, and it often appears with an accompanying explanation or example. The related passive form diperjelas is used when someone else clarifies the thing in question. For example, “Pemerintah memperjelas syarat program bantuan.” “Wartawan memperjelas pernyataan pejabat dengan menanyakan rincian.” “Guru memperjelas materi pelajaran dengan contoh-contoh.”

Usage notes: memperjelas emphasizes enhancing clarity beyond a prior statement, often by providing detail, context, or rephrasing. It contrasts with menjelaskan, which means to explain, though both aim to increase understanding. The choice between verbs can depend on whether the focus is on illumination (menjelaskan) or on removing ambiguity (memperjelas).