Synonyms of pent up

Verb


1. pen up, fold, restrain, confine, hold

usage: confine in a fold, like sheep

Adjective


1. pent-up, repressed, inhibited (vs. uninhibited)

usage: characterized by or showing the suppression of impulses or emotions; "her severe upbringing had left her inhibited"; "a very inhibited young man, anxious and ill at ease"; "their reactions were partly the product of pent-up emotions"; "repressed rage turned his face scarlet"

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