The phrase 'rip off' suggests a dishonest act, expressing disapproval and negative feelings towards the action.

Negative Connotation

'Rip off' is informal and often used in casual speaking or writing, not in formal situations.

Informal Usage

It often indicates frustration or anger when realizing one has been cheated.

Claiming that something is a 'rip off' can be serious, accusing someone of intellectual property theft.

In creative fields, calling something a 'rip off' can critique lack of originality.

Used to express that an item or service does not justify its cost or value.

Often paired with words like 'total' or 'complete' to emphasize the extent of the rip off.