setback
15 points
English
7 letters
Common
Commonness #14,919
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Definitions
noun
an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Pronunciation
/sˈɛtbˌæk/ · 2 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Word forms
plural setbacks
Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.
Synonyms
Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
Rhymes
maniacbackpackfeedbackpaybackcardiaccomebackquarterbackcognaccadillachorsebackzodiacblackjackhaystackflashbackracetrackhijack
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