What is another word for bottled-up?
Pronunciation: [bˈɒtə͡ldˈʌp] (IPA) 
When we talk about bottling-up emotions or feelings, it means keeping them inside instead of expressing them. There are several other words that can be used instead of bottled-up such as suppressed, repressed, withheld, contained, controlled, constrained, or hidden. All these words indicate the act of holding back one's thoughts or emotions and keeping them to oneself. The consequence of bottling up emotions can sometimes lead to negative effects such as anxiety and depression. It is important to find a way to express our feelings in a healthy manner to avoid bottling them up and causing harm to oneself. Talking about what's on our mind is always a better option to avoid confronting negative emotions.
