riddance

[ˈrɪd(ə)ns]

riddance Definition

• 1. the act of getting rid of something or someone unwanted
• 2. a feeling of relief when someone or something unpleasant has gone

Using riddance: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "riddance" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I was glad to be rid of him.

• Example

  Good riddance to bad rubbish!

• Example

  The riddance of the old furniture made the room feel much more spacious.

riddance Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for riddance

• removal
• elimination
• eradication
• purging
• disposal

Antonyms for riddance

• retention
• keeping

Phrases with riddance

• good riddance

  an expression of pleasure on being rid of someone or something undesirable

  Example

  Good riddance to that terrible job!

• rid oneself of

  to get rid of something or someone unwanted

  Example

  She decided to rid herself of all her old clothes.

• be well rid of

  to be better off without someone or something

  Example

  He was well rid of his dishonest business partner.

Origins of riddance

from 'rid' meaning 'to clear away'

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Summary: riddance in Brief

'Riddance' [ˈrɪd(ə)ns] refers to the act of getting rid of something or someone unwanted, often accompanied by a feeling of relief. It can be used in phrases like 'good riddance,' expressing pleasure at being rid of something undesirable, or 'rid oneself of,' meaning to get rid of something unwanted. 'Riddance' is a formal term that can be replaced with 'elimination' or 'disposal.'