jam (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /dʒæm/

Definition

A situation where traffic is stopped or moving very slowly.

Examples

• We were late because of the traffic jam.

• The accident caused a huge jam.

• Avoid driving during rush hour to miss the jam.

How to Use jam

jam with (prepositional phrase)

To fill something tightly with an object. — "The sink was jammed with dirty dishes."

jam session (collocation)

An informal musical performance where musicians improvise. — "They played a fun jam session in the park."

Synonyms of jam

Words with a similar meaning to jam:

• blockage
• congestion
• standstill

Antonyms of jam

Words with the opposite meaning to jam:

• flow
• clearance

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