Congestion
Pronunciation: /kənˈdʒɛstʃən/
Congestion (noun)
- A situation where roads are crowded with too many vehicles, causing slow movement.
- A condition where your nose feels blocked, often due to a cold or allergy.
- 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