Setback (Noun)
Meaning
An unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- The illness was a major setback for the athlete's Olympic training plans.
- Losing my phone was a huge setback, all my important contacts were on it.
- The fire damaged a large part of the building, a significant setback for the company.
- Not getting into her dream college was a disappointment and a setback for her academic career.
- A minor setback for the crew, a missing prop will only delay the shoot by an hour.