Synonyms of unclog

unclog

verb

ˌən-ˈkläg 

1

as in to open

to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions

unclog a bathroom drain with a cleaner

Synonyms & Similar Words

• open
• clear
• unstop
• facilitate
• unplug
• free
• smooth
• ease
• loosen (up)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• stop
• block
• close
• dam (up)
• hinder
• impede
• obstruct
• clog (up)
• interfere (with)
• plug (up)
• hamper
• constrict
• encumber
• blockade
• trammel
• barricade

2

as in to facilitate

to free from obstruction or difficulty

unclog the way for more people to take advantage of the government program

Synonyms & Similar Words

• facilitate
• accelerate
• improve
• promote
• ease
• grease
• simplify
• loosen (up)
• smooth
• expedite
• assist
• help
• speed
• pave the way (for)
• aid
• forward
• hurry
• hasten
• quicken
• rush
• further
• streamline
• straighten (out)
• advance
• untangle
• disentangle
• abet

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• hinder
• impede
• complicate
• retard
• aggravate
• worsen
• perplex
• sophisticate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of unclog

The water, which goes through a multistage filter, has to be regularly flushed out to remain hygienic; the scent dispensers need to be refilled; and the spray nozzles need to be unclogged. — Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 12 Aug. 2026

Retinol makes a person’s skin brighter, can also help clear up and even prevent brown pigmentation, unclog pores and help with acne and skin tone unevenness. — Rachel Burchfield, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Shower Drains Vinegar and baking soda can clean shower drain covers and help unclog a slow drain. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 28 June 2026

This pore-minimizing peel-off mask will help exfoliate and unclog stubborn blackheads or whiteheads. — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 22 June 2026