Synonyms for

Riddance

Verb / ˈrɪdʌns / Another word for riddance — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of getting rid of something or someone; removal or elimination.

Synonyms & similar words

expulsion ejection exclusion elimination removal elimination disposal purging clearance ejection expulsion extraction eradication extermination abatement obliteration erasure quashing liquidation dismissal banishment eviction ouster expungement

Example sentences

  1. I celebrated the riddance of my old, broken toy.
  2. We need to make riddance of the trash before it starts to smell.
  3. The riddance of pests from the garden allowed the plants to thrive.
  4. Her resignation brought a sense of riddance to the team.
  5. The riddance of clutter made the room feel more spacious.

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