Question

denotation v.s. connotation
instructions: write the denotation (literal definition)
for each word. then, decide whether you think the word
has a positive or negative connotation (deeper
meaning and association). finally, explain why. write
down some of the associations you make with each
word.

word	denotation	connotation	why? what associations do you make with this word?
arrogant
old
vintage
intellegent
nerdy
devoted
obsessed

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each word:

1. Arrogant

• Denotation: Having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities (literally, overconfident to a fault).
• Connotation: NEGATIVE (as it implies being boastful, disrespectful of others' abilities).
• Why?: I think of someone who brags, looks down on others, and is overly self - centered.

2. Old

• Denotation: Having lived for a long time; no longer young (literal age - related definition).
• Connotation: Can be NEGATIVE (associated with weakness, obsolescence) or NEUTRAL (just about age). For example, "old" might make people think of frailty or outdated things, but it can also be neutral when referring to age.
• Why?: If negative, associations like "frail", "out of touch" come to mind; if neutral, just "having a lot of years".

3. Vintage

• Denotation: Of high quality and lasting value, or relating to a past era (especially in fashion, wine, etc.).
• Connotation: POSITIVE (associated with classic, stylish, valuable).
• Why?: I think of classic fashion, fine wine, or things with historical charm and quality.

4. Intelligent (note: "Intellegent" is a misspelling, correct is "Intelligent")

• Denotation: Having the ability to learn, understand, and think in a logical way; smart.
• Connotation: POSITIVE (associated with wisdom, academic ability, problem - solving skills).
• Why?: I think of someone who excels in school, solves complex problems, or has a sharp mind.

5. Nerdy

• Denotation: Being overly interested in academic or technical subjects, often in a socially awkward way (literal description of a "nerd").
• Connotation: Can be NEGATIVE (associated with social awkwardness, being a "geek" in a teasing way) or POSITIVE (in modern usage, associated with intelligence and passion for a subject).
• Why?: If negative, associations like "socially awkward", "bookish to a fault"; if positive, "passionate about learning", "intelligent".

6. Devoted

• Denotation: Very loyal or committed to a person, cause, or activity.
• Connotation: POSITIVE (associated with loyalty, dedication, selflessness).
• Why?: I think of someone who is loyal to a friend, dedicated to a charity, or committed to a hobby with all their heart.

7. Obsessed

• Denotation: Preoccupied or filled with an excessive or unreasonable fixation on something.
• Connotation: NEGATIVE (associated with being overly fixated, to the point of being irrational).
• Why?: I think of someone who can't stop thinking about something, like a stalker or someone with an unhealthy fixation on a celebrity.

Answer:

Word	Denotation	Connotation	Why? what associations do you make with this word?
Arrogant	Having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities	NEGATIVE	I think of someone who brags, looks down on others, and is overly self - centered.
Old	Having lived for a long time; no longer young	NEGATIVE/NEUTRAL	If negative: frail, out of touch; if neutral: having a lot of years.
Vintage	Of high quality and lasting value, or relating to a past era	POSITIVE	I think of classic fashion, fine wine, or things with historical charm and quality.
Intelligent	Having the ability to learn, understand, and think in a logical way; smart	POSITIVE	I think of someone who excels in school, solves complex problems, or has a sharp mind.
Nerdy	Being overly interested in academic or technical subjects, often awkwardly	NEGATIVE/POSITIVE	If negative: socially awkward, bookish to a fault; if positive: passionate about learning, intelligent.
Devoted	Very loyal or committed to a person, cause, or activity	POSITIVE	I think of someone who is loyal to a friend, dedicated to a charity, or committed to a hobby with all their heart.
Obsessed	Preoccupied or filled with an excessive or unreasonable fixation on something	NEGATIVE	I think of someone who can't stop thinking about something, like a stalker or someone with an unhealthy fixation.