Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
set-back
noun
/ˈsɛtˌbæk/
Definition
A set-back is a reversal or a situation in which someone experiences a defeat or decline, often after making progress.
Examples
- After several months of steady progress, the company’s recent financial troubles were a significant set-back.
- Despite the set-back of her injury, she continued to train hard for the upcoming marathon.
Meaning
The term refers to an unexpected obstacle or difficulty that hinders progress or achievement.
Synonyms
- reversal
- hindrance
- obstacle
- setback
- defeat
