Bridled
Pronunciation: /ˈbraɪdəld/
Bridled (verb)
- to control or hold back your feelings, especially anger.
- to put a set of straps on a horse's head to control it.
Examples
- She bridled her anger during the meeting.
- He bridled his excitement when he heard the news.
Common collocations: bridle one's temper, bridle emotions, bridle a horse, carefully bridle, bridled enthusiasm
Bridled (adjective)
- showing control or restraint, especially in emotions or actions.
Examples
- His bridled enthusiasm was evident.
- She spoke with bridled passion.