Associations to the word «Setback»
Noun
Adjective
Adverb
Wiktionary
SETBACK, noun. An obstacle, delay, or disadvantage.
SETBACK, noun. (US) The required distance between a structure and a road.
SETBACK, noun. (architecture) A step-like recession in a wall.
SETBACK, noun. (possibly archaic) A backset; a countercurrent; an eddy.
SETBACK, noun. A backset; a check; a repulse; a relapse.
Dictionary definition
SETBACK, noun. An unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating.
Wise words
Occasionally in life there are those moments of unutterable
fulfillment which cannot be completely explained by those
symbols called words. Their meanings can only be articulated
by the inaudible language of the heart.