continued

adjective

con·​tin·​ued kən-ˈtin-(ˌ)yüd 

1

: lasting or extending without interruption

continued success

2

: resumed after interruption

a continued story

Synonyms of continued

• continuous
• continuing
• continual
• nonstop
• incessant

Examples of continued in a Sentence

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

Reynolds and McElhenney have built a project around ambition, investment and continued growth. — Dean Jones, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026

With no end to the war in sight, inflation on the rise, fuel rationing and continued threats of strikes, the vast majority of the Iranian population appear not to be players, but pawns. — Will Barker, TheWeek, 14 Aug. 2026

The company says its focus in Quebec is on language access, regional depth, category clarity and continued improvement of the user experience. — Ascend Agency, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026

Rashad also spoke about her continued commitment to learning through her work. — Dominique Fluker, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing continued

• continued fraction
• with the (continued) absence of

Rhymes for continued

• discontinued