Congestion

Pronunciation: /kənˈdʒɛstʃən/

Congestion (noun)

  1. A situation where roads are crowded with too many vehicles, causing slow movement.
  2. A condition where your nose feels blocked, often due to a cold or allergy.
  3. A place filled with too many people or things, making movement difficult.

Examples

  • The morning congestion delayed the commute.
  • Congestion on the highway caused frustration.

Common collocations: heavy congestion, reduce congestion, traffic congestion, nasal congestion, relieve congestion

Synonyms of Congestion

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Congestion

  • referring to the removal of blockages