1. the act of getting rid of someone or something unwanted or unpleasant
Usage: often used in the phrase ‘good riddance’

Examples

• Good riddance to that noisy neighbor who finally moved away.
• The company’s riddance of outdated equipment improved efficiency.
• After the riddance of the corrupt officials, the organization began to recover.
• She felt relief at the riddance of her old car that constantly broke down.
• The riddance of weeds from the garden took all morning.
• Good riddance! I’m glad that terrible movie is finally over.