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

The accessibility of the verse despite being written in 1855 is a testament to its continued relevance. —Amber McBride, Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025

Donna Jean Godchaux returned to music in the 1980s and continued recording and performing through the 2010s, including with the Donna Jean Godchaux Band and on her final album Back Around (2014). —Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 4 Nov. 2025

Both Roman and Dragonfly received continued funding and support even in the President’s budget request. —Ella Nilsen, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025

At a minimum, the Quad should initiate a conversation about arms flows and use its influence to reduce the incentives for continued violence. —David Miliband, Time, 4 Nov. 2025

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