Bottle up
/ˈbɒtl ʌp/B2
UpperIntermediate
1. To keep one's feelings or emotions hidden and unexpressed.
- He always bottles up his emotions, which makes it hard for others to understand how he feels.
- She has been bottling up her anger for years, and it finally came out.
- After the argument, he decided to bottle up his frustration instead of discussing it.
- If you keep bottling up your feelings, it will eventually affect your health.
- Bottling up emotions can lead to increased stress and anxiety.
Synonyms:
More Phrasal Verbs:
This word has no synonymsFAQ
© 2025 Lithium Lab Pte Ltd