Meaning & Definition of word "Continued"

Continued

/kənˈtɪn.juːd/

verb:

  • 1. To persist in an activity or process without interruption.
    • Example: She continued reading the book despite the distractions around her.
  • 2. To carry on or maintain over time.
    • Example: The team continued to work on the project until it was completed.
  • 3. To remain in a certain state or condition.
    • Example: The persistent rain continued throughout the night.

adjective:

  • 1. Ongoing or not terminating; uninterrupted.
    • Example: His continued support for the charity is commendable.
  • 2. Repeated or sustained over a period of time.
    • Example: The continued success of the company is a result of hard work.

Etymology

From Latin 'continuare' meaning 'to join together'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

continued success:

Ongoing achievement or progress.

continued learning:

Ongoing process of acquiring knowledge.

continued support:

Uninterrupted assistance or backing.

Related Words

continue:

To carry on or persist in an activity.

continuity:

The state of being continuous or unbroken.

continuation:

The action of continuing something.

Slang Meanings of continued

Meaning: Keep it going

Example Sentence: The party was amazing, we just want to keep it going.

Meaning: Stay on track

Example Sentence: We’ve got to stay on track if we want to finish this project.