Definitions

1. noun

the state of being blocked or obstructed, especially by a crowd or traffic

“The city’s congestion during rush hour made the commute extremely difficult.”

2. noun

a condition of the body or a part of it, in which the normal flow of fluids or air is impeded, often causing symptoms such as swelling, pain, or difficulty breathing

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with congestion in her sinuses due to the cold.”

3. noun

the state of being occupied or filled to capacity, especially with people or things

“The restaurant was at full congestion, so we had to wait for a table.”

4. verb

to obstruct or block something, especially with a crowd or traffic

“The construction on the road congested the traffic for hours.”

5. verb

to fill or occupy something to capacity, especially with people or things

“The event congested the entire auditorium, so they had to set up an overflow room.”