continuation

noun

con·​tin·​u·​a·​tion kən-ˌtin-yə-ˈwā-shən 

-yü-ˈā-

1

: the act or fact of continuing in or the prolongation of a state or activity

2

: resumption after an interruption

3

: something that continues, increases, or adds

Synonyms of continuation

• continuity
• continuance
• persistence
• continuousness

Examples of continuation in a Sentence

the continuation of high unemployment has cost the government much support

Recent Examples on the Web

Athletes Unlimited has already paused continuation on its Lacrosse, Basketball, and Volleyball ventures, leaving a more concrete and narrow focus on softball. — Allison Smith, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

The revival serves as a continuation of Wizards of Waverly Place, which aired for four seasons from 2007 to 2012. — Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026

The Cubs begin a six-game trip to Kansas City and Washington, which will be a test ride for the new starters and the continuation of Counsell’s seasonlong challenge of piecing together the pitching puzzle. — Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026

While there’s no official premise for The Five Star Weekend’s continuation, season 1 left the door open for more. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English continuacioun, borrowed from Anglo-French continuacion, borrowed from Latin continuātiōn-, continuātiō, from continuāre "to make continuous, continue" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for continuation

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation

Kids Definition

continuation

noun

con·​tin·​u·​a·​tion kən-ˌtin-yə-ˈwā-shən 

1

: the act or fact of continuing in or extending the time of a state or activity

2

: a beginning again after an interruption

3

: a thing or part by which something is continued