What is another word for well up?
Pronunciation: [wˈɛl ˈʌp] (IPA) 
Well up is a phrase that is commonly used to describe a sudden rising of emotion or a physical reaction where liquid, such as tears, come to the surface of the eye. There are a number of synonyms that can be used in place of well up, such as overflow, brim, fill, surge, inundate, flood, and engulf. Each of these words can be used to add variety to writing or speech and prevent repetitive use of the phrase well up. It's important to choose the right synonym that best suits the context and conveys the intended meaning.
