Congestion

A state of being blocked or overcrowded.

traffic jam blockage

Congestion refers to a state of being blocked or overcrowded, often referring to traffic or respiratory issues.

/kənˈɡes.tʃən/

From Latin congestio(n-), from con- + gestere 'to crowd together'.

Congestion happens when too many things are in the same space, like a traffic jam or a crowded hallway.

What causes congestion? Too many things trying to use the same space at once
What are examples of congestion? Traffic jams, crowded airports, and full phone lines
How does congestion affect things? It slows down movement or communication

blockage overcrowding jam

freedom fluidity

obstruction condition

traffic jam respiratory congestion

system body

medical condition social phenomenon