Word: SETBACKS
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
Smart Word Insights & Strategy
Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of SETBACKS
- 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
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "setbacks" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "setbacks" can significantly improve your writing style."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
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 | 16 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 18 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SETBACKS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SETBACKS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SETBACKS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SETBACKS:
- # the setbacks effect
- # master of setbacks
- # playing with setbacks
- # in terms of setbacks
Hook Words
Valid words formed by adding a letter to the start or end of SETBACKS:
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Sub-words
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Word Family
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Same Length Words (8 Letters)
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