Meaning & Definition of word "Riddance"
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Riddance
/ˈrɪd.əns/
noun:
- 1. The act of getting rid of something unwanted or undesirable.
- Example: The removal of the old furniture was a great riddance for the new tenants.
- 2. Relief from something burdensome or unpleasant.
- Example: After the lengthy debate, the decision to cancel the project was seen as a riddance by the majority of the team.
- 3. The state of being free from something burdensome.
- Example: The community celebrated the riddance of the pollution from the river.
- 4. A term often used in the phrase 'good riddance', indicating relief at the departure or removal of someone or something.
- Example: When she finally quit her job, the colleagues expressed, 'Good riddance!'
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'rid', meaning to free or remove.
Common Phrases and Expressions
good riddance:
A phrase used to express pleasure or relief at being free from someone or something.
riddance to bad rubbish:
An expression indicating a sense of relief at being rid of something undesirable.
Related Words
rid:
To free or remove someone or something.
ridding:
The act of getting rid of something.
Slang Meanings of riddance
Meaning: Bye Felicia
Example Sentence: When she left the group, it was 'bye Felicia'—good riddance!
Meaning: Outta here
Example Sentence: Once he got the job offer, he was like, 'I’m outta here!'—definitely a riddance.