Synonyms of unclogged

unclogged 1 of 2

adjective

as in cleared

allowing passage without obstruction

an unclogged pipe works much more efficiently

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cleared
• clear
• open
• navigable
• unobstructed
• emptied
• unstopped
• unclosed
• empty
• unlocked
• free
• passable
• wide
• unoccupied
• vacant
• exposed
• revealed
• gaping
• unsealed
• unlatched
• unfolded
• unfastened
• unfurled
• enterable
• unclenched
• unbolted
• unbuttoned
• unbarred
• unzipped
• yawning
• unclasped

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• clogged
• blocked
• stopped
• closed
• plugged
• shut
• obstructed
• jammed
• stuffed
• impassable
• uncleared
• hampered
• hindered
• constricted
• cramped
• gated
• dammed
• blockaded
• encumbered
• impeded
• trammeled
• interfered (with)
• barricaded

unclogged

2 of 2

verb

past tense of unclog

1

as in opened

to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions

unclog a bathroom drain with a cleaner

Synonyms & Similar Words

• opened
• cleared
• unstopped
• unplugged
• freed
• smoothed
• facilitated
• eased
• loosened (up)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• blocked
• stopped
• closed
• clogged (up)
• plugged (up)
• obstructed
• hampered
• hindered
• impeded
• dammed (up)
• interfered (with)
• constricted
• encumbered
• barricaded
• trammeled
• blockaded

2

as in facilitated

to free from obstruction or difficulty

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• facilitated
• improved
• accelerated
• eased
• promoted
• smoothed
• simplified
• loosened (up)
• greased
• sped
• assisted
• helped
• paved the way (for)
• expedited
• aided
• forwarded
• hurried
• hastened
• rushed
• quickened
• straightened (out)
• furthered
• streamlined
• advanced
• untangled
• abetted
• disentangled

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• complicated
• hindered
• impeded
• aggravated
• sophisticated
• retarded
• worsened
• perplexed

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of unclogged

Adjective

Keeping your drains unclogged and free-flowing is an excellent way to prevent smells from developing in your plumbing. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 May 2026

Does that mean that the system is going to become unclogged. — CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026

Verb

Other prevention tips include emptying kiddie pools after use, keeping drains and gutters unclogged and utilizing well-fitting screens for doors and windows. — Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026

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

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

That unclogged the pipe, allowing the waste management system to expel the urine outside the capsule, potentially clearing the system to allow the astronauts to begin using the toilet again. — Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2026