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pent-up
01
refoulé, contenu
(of an emotion, etc.) restrained or restricted, often due to external factors
Exemples
His pent-up frustration finally erupted during the heated argument with his colleague.
Sa frustration réprimée a finalement éclaté lors de la vive dispute avec son collègue.
02
refoulé, retenu
keeping emotions, desires, etc. inside and not releasing or expressing them outwardly
Exemples
The tension in the room was palpable; everyone seemed too pent-up to relax.
La tension dans la pièce était palpable ; tout le monde semblait trop refoulé pour se détendre.
