decongestant

noun

de·​con·​ges·​tant ˌdē-kən-ˈje-stənt 

: an agent that relieves congestion (as of mucous membranes)

decongestant adjective

Examples of decongestant in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Anxiety, anger, coffee, energy drinks, or decongestants can be triggers. —Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 11 June 2025

Of course, there are the usual treatments—antihistamines, nasal sprays, decongestants, etc.—but what about a shot to relieve your symptoms? —Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025

Allergy treatments primarily fall into three main categories: antihistamines, nasal corticosteroids, and decongestants. —Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 10 Apr. 2025

Medications like corticosteroids and decongestants can help reduce swelling and open the sinuses for both conditions. —Sarah Hudgens, Health, 5 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1947, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for decongestant

• contestant

Medical Definition

decongestant

1 of 2 noun

de·​con·​ges·​tant ˌdē-kən-ˈjes-tənt 

: an agent that relieves congestion (as of mucous membranes)

decongestant

2 of 2 adjective

: relieving or tending to relieve congestion

nasal decongestant action