setback

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : 1. An unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; a reversal or check in progress : A "setback" is an event that delays your progress or makes a situation worse than it was. 2. Something that is thwarting or frustrating : It refers to a difficulty or problem that makes it harder to achieve something. Usage and Examples General Usage : Used to describe an unexpected problem...