English · Work & Business
setback
/ˈsɛt.bæk/
[/ˈsɛt.bæk/]
a reversal or obstacle
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A setback is a reversal or check in progress that delays success. Speakers say a setback is a setup for a comeback.
Example
Every setback taught the team something new.
Every setback taught the team something new.
Etymology
From 'set' plus 'back', meaning to push back.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in talks on resilience and bouncing back.