1. Blistering:
- Denotation: Intensely hot or scorching.
- Connotation: Implies extreme heat that is uncomfortable, oppressive, and potentially damaging. It can evoke feelings of discomfort, pain, or intensity.
2. Hot:
- Denotation: Having a high temperature.
- Connotation: Generally implies warmth, but depending on context, it can vary. In some contexts, it may imply comfort and pleasant warmth, while in others, it may suggest discomfort, inconvenience, or even danger if the heat is excessive.
3. Tropical:
- Denotation: Relating to the tropics, the region of the Earth surrounding the equator, characterized by warm temperatures and lush vegetation.
- Connotation: Typically evokes images of lush greenery, exotic plants, and warm, pleasant climates. It can carry connotations of relaxation, vacation, and paradise-like settings.
4. Sweltering:
- Denotation: Extremely hot and humid, causing discomfort.
- Connotation: Implies intense heat combined with humidity, resulting in oppressive conditions that make it difficult to stay cool or comfortable. It often evokes feelings of suffocation, stickiness, and discomfort.