setback

language: fr

definitions

  1. noun
    an event that causes someone to fail or to be less successful than expected
    fr: échec
  2. noun
    a temporary delay or hindrance in progress
    fr: retard

examples

  1. The project faced a major setback.

    Le projet a connu un échec.

  2. The storm caused a setback in travel.

    La tempête a causé un retard.