Synonyms of riddance

Antonyms of riddance

Collocations of riddance

good riddance
Frequency: 90 %

After breaking up with her toxic boyfriend, she felt relieved and said 'good riddance.'

glad riddance
Frequency: 70 %

When the troublesome employee finally left, the team felt glad riddance.

long-awaited riddance
Frequency: 60 %

The removal of the corrupt politician was a long-awaited riddance for the citizens.

welcome riddance
Frequency: 50 %

The departure of the old, outdated system was a welcome riddance for the company.

final riddance
Frequency: 40 %

With the closure of the case, the detective felt a sense of final riddance.

Idiomatic Expressions for riddance

  • Phrase: glad riddance
    Meaning: similar to 'good riddance', expressing happiness at being rid of someone or something
    Usage: After quitting my job, I felt nothing but glad riddance towards my old boss.