What is another word for bottled up?

Pronunciation: [bˈɒtə͡ld ˈʌp] (IPA)

There are many different words and phrases that can be used as synonyms for the term "bottled up." Some of these include words like suppressed, repressed, restrained, contained, inhibited, and controlled. Other possible synonyms might include words like pent-up, held back, constrained, or stifled. Depending on the context in which the phrase is being used, there may be additional synonyms that are more suitable. For example, in a medical or psychological context, the term "suppressed emotions" might be used, while in a more general sense, the term "held in check" might be more appropriate. Ultimately, the choice of synonym will depend on the specific situation and intended meaning.

What are the hypernyms for Bottled up?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Bottled up

  • I wish there could have been an invention that bottled up a memory, like perfume, and it never faded, never got stale. Then whenever I wanted to, I could uncork that bottle and live the memory all over again.
    Daphne DuMaurier
  • I've no doubt they've been telling you what a hero you were, and how you were bound to win, in the cause of right and justice, and so on; but let me tell you, I came down the street just now, and they were betting six to four on the dragon freely!This is an evil world, and sometimes I begin to think that all the wickedness in it is not entirely bottled up inside the dragons
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  • Her mother had once told her that there were men who kept secrets bottled up inside and that it spelled trouble for the women who loved them.
    Nicholas Sparks

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