Word: SETBACK
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
Smart Word Insights & Strategy
Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of SETBACK
- An obstacle, delay, disadvantage, blow (an adverse event which retards or prevents progress towards a desired outcome)
"After some initial setbacks, the expedition went safely on its way."
- The required distance between a structure and a road.
- A step-like recession in a wall.
"Setbacks were initially used for structural reasons, but now are often mandated by land use codes."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "setback" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "setback" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 15 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 15 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 17 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SETBACK a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SETBACK worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SETBACK? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SETBACK:
- # the setback effect
- # master of setback
- # playing with setback
- # in terms of setback
Sub-words
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