Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Freed of obstructions; clear: Describes a passage, pipe, or channel that was previously blocked but is now open and allowing free flow.

Usage

• This adjective is typically used to describe physical objects, especially pathways for liquids or items, that have been cleared of a blockage. It is the state resulting from the action of "unclogging."
• It is often used with nouns like , , , , , or .

Examples

• Adjective:
  • After using the plunger, the toilet was finally unclogged.
  • Regular maintenance keeps the gutters unclogged and functional.
  • The plumber assured us the kitchen sink is now completely unclogged.

Advanced Usage

• Metaphorical Use: Can be applied metaphorically to non-physical systems to mean "made efficient or free of hindrances."
  • The new software update unclogged the bureaucratic process. (Here, "unclogged" is the past tense verb form. The adjective form would be: The bureaucratic process is now unclogged.)

Variants and Related Words

• Unclog (verb): To remove an obstruction from something.
  • I need to unclog the shower drain.
• Clogged (adjective): Blocked or obstructed. (Antonym)
  • A clogged artery can be very dangerous.

Synonyms

• Clear
• Unblocked
• Unobstructed
• Open

Antonyms

• Clogged
• Blocked
• Obstructed
• Choked

Related Phrases

• To become unclogged: Describes the process of clearing.
  • With hot water and vinegar, the pipe became unclogged.
• Unclogged state: Emphasizes the condition.
  • The unclogged state of the traffic flow was a relief to all commuters.

Adjective

1. freed of obstructions
   • an unclogged drain