Definitions
- Referring to a delay or interruption in progress towards a goal. - Describing a reversal of fortune or unexpected difficulty. - Talking about a temporary obstacle that hinders progress or success.
- Referring to a physical or mental barrier that prevents progress or success. - Describing a challenge or difficulty that must be overcome. - Talking about a hindrance or impediment that blocks the way forward.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to something that hinders progress or success.
- 2Both can be physical or mental in nature.
- 3Both require effort to overcome.
- 4Both can cause delays or interruptions in achieving a goal.
- 5Both can be temporary or permanent.
What is the difference?
- 1Nature: Setback is typically a temporary and unexpected event, while obstacle can be a permanent or ongoing challenge.
- 2Cause: Setback is often caused by external factors beyond one's control, while obstacle can be caused by internal or external factors.
- 3Severity: Setback is usually less severe than obstacle, which can be a major challenge or roadblock.
- 4Response: Setback may require a change in plans or strategy, while obstacle may require a more significant effort to overcome.
- 5Usage: Setback is more commonly used in business or personal contexts, while obstacle is used in a wider range of contexts, including physical and mental challenges.
Remember this!
Setback and obstacle are synonyms that refer to something that hinders progress or success. However, setback is typically a temporary and unexpected event caused by external factors, while obstacle can be a permanent or ongoing challenge caused by internal or external factors. Setback is usually less severe than obstacle, and may require a change in plans or strategy, while obstacle may require a more significant effort to overcome.
