Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
backset
noun
/ˈbaksɛt/
Definition
A setback or a reverse movement; an event or situation that hinders progress or causes difficulty.
Examples
- The project faced a backset when the funding was cut unexpectedly.
- After a series of successes, the team encountered a backset that put them behind schedule.
- Despite the backset in her recovery, she remained determined to get back on track.
Meaning
In this context, a backset refers to an obstruction or interruption in a process or journey, often used in the context of recovery or progress.
Synonyms
- setback
- hindrance
- obstacle
- reversal
- difficulties
