Dictionary and Thesaurus

Definition of Set Back

• (verb) slow down the progress of; hinder; "His late start set him back"
• (verb) hold back to a later time; "let's postpone the exam"
• (verb) cost a certain amount; "My daughter's wedding set me back $20,000"

Synonyms of Set Back

• Postpone
• Prorogue
• Hold Over
• Put Over
• Table
• Shelve
• Defer
• Remit
• Put Off
• Knock Back
• Put Back

Antonyms of Set Back

Homophones of Set Back