setback

• Substantif désignant un événement ou une circonstance défavorable qui retarde, entrave ou inverse une progression, souvent en causant déception ou contrariété.

A noun referring to an unfortunate event or circumstance that delays, hinders, or reverses progress, often causing frustration or disappointment.

1. Hindrance or obstacleB2formal

   An event that delays or reverses progress, causing a delay or difficulty.

   Revers, obstacle

   • The project suffered a major setback when funding was cut.
   • Her illness was a temporary setback in her career.
   • The team experienced a setback after losing their star player.

   Synonymesbarrierdelaydifficultyhindrancehitchimpedimentobstacleobstructionreversesnag

   Antonymesadvanceadvantageaidassistanceboostbreakhelpimprovementprogresssuccess