Definitions

continuous

[kuhn-tin-yoo-uhs] / kənˈtɪn yu əs /

ADJECTIVE

constant, unending

Synonyms

STRONGEST

continued endless extended regular repeated stable steady unbroken unceasing uninterrupted

WEAK

connected consecutive day-and-night everlasting interminable looped no end of no end to on a treadmill perpetual prolonged timeless undivided unfaltering

Antonyms

STRONGEST

broken discontinuous imbalanced intermittent unfixed unstable unsteady wobbly

WEAK

ceasing completed ending finished halting interrupted sporadic stopping

Example Sentences

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The discovery came from continuous air monitoring at the Oklahoma site.

From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2026

The European Space Agency's Moonlight programme is planning to launch a network of satellites to support continuous coverage around the Moon.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

AI is an “accelerator” on GE’s journey of continuous improvement, says chief information officer David Burns.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

Each year a baby goes through about 3,000 diapers, essential care products that are in continuous contact with sensitive skin.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Then, he screamed a long and continuous note in the bird’s face.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri

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