Question
For this assignment you will: • Learn the definitions of connotation, denotation, objective, and subjective. • Consider the connotation and denotation of a specific word or words (maybe related in some way to music) that represent a theme, topic or idea you have identified as subjective. First, think about how different people might define this word or words in different ways. How might you extend the reader’s thinking beyond the common and simple definition? • Introduce a redefinition of the word that gives a more accurate or contextualized picture of the concept. ***We’ll go over examples, but consider how the reading about PLUR bracelet could redefine the concept of a rave or EDM for some readers 1) Begin your introduction with an explanation of why a reader should care about a redefinition of your word(s). What makes the definition subjective? Why does it get defined in different ways? What does the definition depend upon? NOTE: You do not need to mention specific examples in your intro. You will create a specific, concrete example in order to exemplify your ReDefinition. 2) For your thesis statement, create a concise sentence that redefines your term or phrase in a specific way. The exemplification paragraph (or video, etc.) will back up this specific redefinition. 3) For the exemplification, choose a CONCRETE example that supports your thesis. You may write an academic paragraph to do so, but you might also consider creating a short video or visual. For this example, you will a) Introduce the example b) Quote, paraphrase, or describe the example c) Explain how the example supports your ReDefinition 4) No conclusion is required *i attched an example*
Redefinition and Exemplification
The connotation and denotation of words that I have considered is “hate.” One possible redefinition of the word “hate” could be “a feeling of intense dislike or hostility mixed with negative emotions such as anger, resentment, and disgust.” This redefinition emphasizes the negative aspects of hate, such as the anger and resentment it can cause. It also makes it clear that hate is not just a negative emotion but also an emotion that can be mixed with other emotions, such as happiness or joy. One possible extension of the reader’s thinking beyond the common and simple definition of “hate” could be to think of it as a more general feeling of intense dislike or hostility towards someone or something. This could be due to various reasons, such as feeling threatened or offended by the person or thing or simply because the person or thing is seen as an enemy. A reader should care about the redefinition of the word “hate” because it is a subjective definition that can be defined differently. The definition of hate depends upon the emotions that a person is feeling. If a person feels angry, resentful, and disgusted, they may hate someone. However, if a person feels happy, they may not hate someone. A possible redefinition of the term “hate” could be “an intense feeling of dislike or hostility towards someone or something, often accompanied by negative emotions such as anger, resentment, and disgust.”
The word “hate” is often used to describe intense feelings of dislike or hostility. However, the definition of hate could be redefined to include other negative emotions such as anger, resentment, and disgust. For example, someone angry with someone may say that they hate that person. However, the definition of hate does not include the emotion of anger. Therefore, the definition of hate could be redefined to include all negative emotions.
An example of the genre of music to give emphasis is hate songs. I have picked a specific hate song that is neo-Nazi. Neo-Nazi songs can vary greatly in their lyrical themes and focus. However, some common topics that are often addressed in neo-Nazi songs include white supremacy, racial segregation, anti-Semitism, and violence. Songs of “Love 2 Hate U” by Lita Ford should be my consideration.