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Synonyms & Similar Words
prolonged
extended
ongoing
persistent
unabated
uninterrupted
unbroken
sustained
maintained
supported
persevering
unremitting
ceaseless
incessant
constant
continuous
lasting
enduring
persistent
recurrent
repeated
resumed
renewed
reinstated
revived
prolonged
protracted
spun out
dragged out
stretched out
Meaning of Continued
The primary meaning of the word "Continued" is to remain in a state or to keep doing something over a period of time.
Definitions
- Refers to something that has been kept going or remained in a state over a period of time
- Can describe an action or a state that has not stopped or been interrupted
- Often used to indicate the resumption of an activity or a process after a pause or interruption
Etymology of Continued
The word "Continued" comes from the Old French word "continuer", which is derived from the Latin word "continuare", meaning to link or connect together
Historically, the word has been used to describe something that remains in a state or continues over time, and its usage has evolved to include various contexts, including actions, processes, and states
Example Uses
- The company continued to grow and expand its operations over the years
- She continued to work on her project, determined to meet the deadline
- The music continued to play in the background, creating a soothing atmosphere
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
stopped
halted
discontinued
terminated
ended
finished
completed
abandoned
suspended
interrupted
broken
severed
cut off
ceased
desisted
quit
relinquished
surrendered
disbanded
dissolved
collapsed