Value and Deception

Something bought or offered at a much lower price than its actual value; a fantastic deal. As a verb, it means to negotiate the price of something.

I found this leather jacket at the thrift store for only ten dollars—it was an absolute bargain!

Something that is a complete cheat, fraud, or vastly overpriced for what it is worth; the exact opposite of a bargain (charge to much).

Charging fifteen dollars for a single bottle of water at the concert is a total rip-off.

A dishonest, illegal, or fraudulent scheme designed to trick people out of their money, personal data, or valuable possessions.

I got a text message saying I won a free cruise, but it turned out to be a total scam to steal my credit card info.

A deceptive outward appearance or a fake emotional front that hides a less pleasant reality or a person's true feelings.

Despite their constant arguments behind closed doors, they maintained a happy facade in front of their friends.

To do something to hurt or defeat someone who has wronged, cheated, or insulted you in the past, in order to make things equal or get revenge.

After losing to their rivals in last year's finals, the team is determined to settle the score in tonight's match.