setback
Translation
setback, obstacle, hindrance, delay
Examples
The project suffered a major setback.
The project suffered a major setback.
Despite some setbacks, we finished on time.
Despite some setbacks, we finished on time.
Grammar Patterns
a setback a problem or delay The project suffered a major setback.
to suffer/face a setback to experience a problem We faced a temporary setback.
Similar Words
Synonyms: obstacle, hindrance, difficulty; Antonyms: breakthrough, advantage
Etymology
From 'set' (to put) and 'back'. Literally, something that puts you back.
Memory Tips
Imagine you are moving forward, but something 'sets' you 'back' to where you were. That's a setback.