English / word
congestion
noun B2MEANING IN ENGLISH
The state of being overcrowded or blocked with traffic or people.
In context
01
Flyovers have helped ease traffic congestion in key parts of the city.
02
Urban congestion leads to longer travel times.
Synonyms
overcrowding,traffic jam,gridlock
Antonyms
clearance,free flow,open road
Collocations
traffic congestion,heavy congestion,ease congestion