Continuous
/kənˈtɪn.ju.əs/
Meaning & Definition
adjective
Forming an unbroken whole; without interruption.
The continuous flow of water in the river creates a soothing sound.
Without a break or pause; ongoing.
She worked for eight continuous hours without taking a break.
In mathematics, referring to a function or process that has no breaks.
The graph of the continuous function shows a smooth curve without any gaps.
In a temporal sense, a duration that does not stop.
The continuous nature of the project required constant updates.
Etymology
From Latin 'continuus', meaning 'uninterrupted'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
continuous learning
The ongoing, voluntary, and self-motivated pursuit of knowledge for personal or professional development.
continuous improvement
A method for incremental enhancement of processes, products, or services.
Related Words
continual
Frequently recurring; not continuous but repeated at intervals.
duration
The time during which something continues.
Slang Meanings
Everlasting or never-ending.
Her stories about the vacation felt continuous, just like a Netflix binge.
Something that goes on and on, often used humorously.
That lecture was a continuous loop of boredom!