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 formula combines an acne-fighting trio of AHAs, BHAs, and PHAs to exfoliate away dead skin cells and unclog pores, while tea tree leaf water further targets breakouts, and calamine keeps excess oil in check. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 20 May 2026

Finding a plunger to unclog this Dodgers offense starts with its stars. — Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 12 May 2026

Repeat the process until your sink is unclogged. — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 8 May 2026

Within a few weeks, Rue goes from unclogging toilets to helping manage the girls. — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 20 Apr. 2026