Synonyms for

Continue

Verb / kʌˈntɪnju: / Another word for continue — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to keep going or carry on with something

Synonyms & similar words

goon goforward persistin uphold bearon stay carryon retain preserve remain cover goalong discontinue keep extend proceed stayon keepon persist proceed resume persevere maintain pursue sustain endure extend

Synonyms by register

Formal

proceed persevere sustain maintain

Informal

carry on keep going go on stick with it

Literary

abide endure persist

Antonyms

stop cease halt discontinue quit end terminate

Common collocations

  • continue to exist
  • continue to be
  • continue to do
  • continue the discussion
  • continue working
  • continue the fight
  • continue to grow

Word family

noun continuation
verb continue
adjective continuous
adverb continuously

Usage note

While 'continue' can be used in most contexts, 'proceed' is often preferred in formal or official instructions. Ensure 'continuous' (uninterrupted) is not confused with 'continual' (repeated at intervals).

Example sentences

  1. I will continue to study hard in school to achieve my goals.
  2. Please continue with your story, I want to hear more.
  3. After a short break, we will continue our hike up the mountain.
  4. I need to continue practicing my basketball skills to get better.
  5. We will continue our discussion about the book tomorrow.

Quotes

  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
  • I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work. - Thomas Edison

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