Synonyms for

Continuous

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

Definition

Continuing without interruption or pause.

Synonyms & similar words

discontinuous uninterrupted uninterrupted unceasing endless nonstop incessant perpetual unbroken constant steady ongoing eternal never-ending interminable unending limitless boundless infinite ceaseless unfaltering unvarying

Synonyms by register

Formal

uninterrupted incessant perpetual constant

Informal

nonstop all the time going on and on steady

Literary

unbroken ceaseless everlasting

Antonyms

discontinuous intermittent broken sporadic interrupted disjointed occasional

Common collocations

  • continuous improvement
  • continuous process
  • continuous wave
  • continuous motion
  • continuous development
  • continuous flow
  • continuous operation

Word family

noun continuity
adverb continuously

Usage note

Often used to describe something that happens without stopping or breaks. Be mindful of context; 'incessant' can sometimes carry a negative connotation of being annoying.

Example sentences

  1. The continuous noise from the construction site was annoying.
  2. He ran for a continuous hour without stopping.
  3. The teacher gave a continuous lecture for two hours.
  4. The machine produced a continuous flow of water.
  5. The road was blocked due to continuous rain.

Quotes

  • Continuous effort - not strength or intelligence - is the key to unlocking our potential. - Winston Churchill
  • Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out. - Robert Collier
  • The secret of success is constancy to purpose. - Benjamin Disraeli

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