Advantages of Public Transport
Congestion (noun) Synonym: Blockage
The state of being crowded and full of traffic
traffic congestion and pollution
(In medical terms) the state of part of the body being blocked with blood or mucus
congestion of the lungs medicine to relieve nasal congestion
Counterparts (noun) Synonym: Colleague
A person or thing that has the same position or function as somebody/something else in a different place or situation
The Foreign Minister held talks with his Chinese counterpart.
The women's shoe, like its male counterpart, is specifically designed for the serious tennis player
Flourishes (verb) Synonym: Brandish
To develop quickly and be successful or common
Few businesses are flourishing in the present economic climate.
The arts began to flourish at that time.There was a flourishing black market.
To grow well; to be healthy and happy
These plants flourish in a damp climate.
Pour (verb) Synonym: Decant
To pour something (+ adv./ prep.) to make a liquid or other substance flow from a container in a continuous stream, especially by holding the container at an angle.
She poured boiling water down the sink.
Although I poured it carefully, I still spilled some.
Preferences (noun) Synonym: Taste
Preference (for somebody/something) a greater interest in or desire for somebody/something than somebody/something else
It's a matter of personal preference.
I can't say that I have any particular preference.
Referendum (noun) Synonym: Vote
Referendum (on something) an occasion when all the people of a country can vote on an important issue
The changes were approved by referendum.
Suburb (noun) Synonym: Outskirt
An area where people live that is outside the centre of a city
a suburb of Londona London suburb
They live in the suburbs.
Widespread (adjective) Synonym: Far-flung
Existing or happening over a large area or among many people widespread damage
The plan received widespread support throughout the country.