Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bottle-up
phrasal verb
/ˈbɒt.əl ʌp/
Definition
To suppress or restrain emotions or feelings.
Examples
- It’s important not to bottle up your feelings; talking to someone can help.
- She tends to bottle up her frustrations until they explode.
- Bottling up emotions can be harmful to your mental health.
Meaning
When you bottle up your emotions, you keep them inside instead of expressing them. This can lead to increased stress or emotional release at an unpredictable time.
Synonyms
- Suppress
- Restrain
- Hold back
- Conceal
