Riddance

Pronunciation: /ˈrɪdəns/

Definitions of riddance

noun the act or process of getting rid of something or someone

Example Sentences

A1 I am glad to be rid of that old, broken phone. Good riddance!

A2 After the breakup, she felt a sense of relief and riddance from the toxic relationship.

B1 Getting rid of clutter in your home can bring a sense of riddance and freedom.

B2 The company finally got rid of the problematic employee, much to everyone's relief and riddance.

C1 The riddance of outdated policies led to a more efficient and streamlined workflow.

C2 The riddance of corruption within the government was a long and arduous process, but necessary for progress.

Examples of riddance in a Sentence

formal We are glad to be finally rid of that troublesome employee. Good riddance.

informal I'm so happy that my noisy neighbors moved out. Good riddance!

slang I can't believe I wasted so much time on that toxic relationship. Good riddance, I say.

figurative Letting go of past regrets is like saying good riddance to negative energy in your life.

Grammatical Forms of riddance

• past tense: riddanced
• plural: riddances
• comparative: more riddant
• superlative: most riddant
• present tense: rids
• future tense: will rid
• perfect tense: have riddanced
• continuous tense: is ridding
• singular: riddance
• positive degree: riddance
• infinitive: to rid
• gerund: ridding
• participle: riddancing

Origin and Evolution of riddance

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'riddance' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'riddan' meaning 'to clear out or free from'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'riddance' has retained its original meaning of getting rid of something or clearing it out, but it is now less commonly used compared to other synonyms like 'removal' or 'elimination'.