Setback - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈsetbæk|  American pronunciation of the word setback
Brit.  |ˈsetbæk|  British pronunciation of the word setback

noun

- an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating (syn: blow, reversal, reverse)

Extra examples

Despite some early setbacks, they eventually became a successful company.

...the colonists persevered despite suffering setbacks that would have discouraged lesser souls...

He had a setback.

This latest setback has brought her to the depths of despair.

The latest setback has dimmed hopes of an early settlement.

The loss of their goalkeeper through injury was a major setback for the team.

Word forms

noun
singular: setback
plural: setbacks
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