Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
setback
noun
/ˈsɛtˌbæk/
Definition
A setback refers to an unexpected obstacle or delay that hinders progress.
Examples
- After several months of progress, the team’s project faced a significant setback when funding was cut.
- Despite the setback in her career, she remained determined to succeed.
- The unexpected storm was a setback for our outdoor event.
Meaning
A situation where things do not go as planned, causing delays or difficulties in achieving goals.
Synonyms
- obstacle
- hindrance
- setdown
- delay
- stumbling block
