Gridlocked
Pronunciation: /ˈɡrɪdˌlɑːkt/
Gridlocked (adjective)
- unable to move because of heavy traffic
- unable to make progress because of a problem or disagreement
Examples
- The highway was gridlocked during rush hour.
- City streets become gridlocked after a major event.
Common collocations: gridlocked traffic, gridlocked roads, become gridlocked, gridlocked negotiations, gridlocked situation