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gridlock

noun
/ˈɡrɪd.lɒk/

Meaning

Complete traffic jam or standstill condition where vehicles cannot move.

Example Sentences

A major accident led to gridlock in the city center.

Synonyms

Traffic Jam, Standstill, Blockage

Antonyms

Free Flow, Movement, Clearance

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