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adjective

con·​tin·​ued kən-ˈtin-(ˌ)yüd 

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: lasting or extending without interruption

continued success

2

: resumed after interruption

a continued story

continued

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past tense and past participle of continue

Synonyms of continued

Adjective

• continuous
• continuing
• continual
• nonstop
• incessant

Examples of continued in a Sentence

Adjective

Please accept our best wishes for your continued success.

The colors of the paint will fade with continued exposure to the sun.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

But in that scenario, enabling Ukraine to target Russian missile launchers and defense production sites—combined with continued economic pressure—will be even more essential to helping Ukraine counter Russian escalation. — Eric Ciaramella, Foreign Affairs, 14 Oct. 2026

Despite this, national reports indicate continued use of performance- and appearance-enhancing drugs, and increasing interest in them. — New Atlas, 14 Oct. 2026

The jury also rejected claims that Hill engaged in continued domestic violence and in conduct that caused Vaccaro severe emotional distress. — Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 14 Oct. 2026

In the past two years in Texas and Florida — states with large Hispanic populations— Republicans redrew congressional maps, banking on their continued support. — Justin Papp, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Middle English, from past participle of continuen "to continue"

First Known Use

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing continued

• continued fraction
• with the (continued) absence of

Rhymes for continued

• discontinued