Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gridlocked-traffic
noun
ˈɡrɪdˌlɒkt ˈtræfɪk
Definition
Traffic that is unable to flow freely due to congestion, often resulting in vehicles being unable to move in any direction.
Examples
- During rush hour, the city experienced gridlocked traffic that made commuting a nightmare.
- The parade caused gridlocked traffic along the main avenue, with cars honking in frustration.
- After the accident on the highway, there was gridlocked traffic for several hours.
Meaning
Gridlocked traffic commonly occurs in urban areas where the volume of vehicles exceeds road capacity, causing a complete standstill.
Synonyms
- congested traffic
- stuck traffic
- jammed roadways
