continuous

adjective

con·tin·u·ous | \ kən-ˈtin-yü-əs

Definition of continuous

1 : marked by uninterrupted extension in space, time, or sequence The batteries provide enough power for up to five hours of continuous use.

2 of a function : having the property that the absolute value of the numerical difference between the value at a given point and the value at any point in a neighborhood of the given point can be made as close to zero as desired by choosing the neighborhood small enough

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continual, continuous, constant, incessant, perpetual, perennial mean characterized by continued occurrence or recurrence. continual often implies a close prolonged succession or recurrence. continual showers the whole weekend continuous usually implies an uninterrupted flow or spatial extension. football's oldest continuous rivalry constant implies uniform or persistent occurrence or recurrence. lived in constant pain incessant implies ceaseless or uninterrupted activity. annoyed by the incessant quarreling perpetual suggests unfailing repetition or lasting duration. a land of perpetual snowfall perennial implies enduring existence often through constant renewal. a perennial source of controversy

Examples of continuous in a Sentence

The album is divided into different tracks, but it is really one continuous song. a continuous line of traffic The batteries provide enough power for up to five hours of continuous use. The phrases “am seeing,” “had been seeing,” and “is being seen” are all in continuous tenses.

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The highest continuous paved road in the U.S. opened at noon on Wednesday but drivers are cautioned to exercise extra care. — John Meyer, The Know, "Rocky Mountain National Park’s scenic Trail Ridge Road finally opens," 5 June 2019 Panda Express offers a competitive base pay, bonuses and paid time off; health and wellness benefits; stock options and savings; continuous learning fund; and more. — Katherine Feser, Houston Chronicle, "Panda Express to hold hiring fair," 31 May 2019 The garments in this collection are in continuous flux, and create an individualized experience and connection. — Vogue, "19 FIT, Pratt, and Parsons 2019 Graduates on Their Collections and the Future of Fashion," 22 May 2019 That continuous mapping created a 3D image of the cathedral that Tallon once said was accurate to within five millimeters. — Tim Newcomb, Popular Mechanics, "Rebuilding History: How 21st-Century Tech Can Save Medieval Notre Dame," 16 Apr. 2019 On Tuesday, in a historic moment for the Japanese monarchy, 85-year-old Emperor Akihito became the first ruler in 200 years to abdicate the Chrysanthemum Throne—the oldest continuous monarchy in the world—to his eldest son, Crown Prince Naruhito. — Leena Kim, Town & Country, "The Secret Story Behind a Never-Before-Seen Portrait of Emperor Akihito," 2 May 2019 Achieving peace is a continuous journey many of us are on. — Selena Barrientos, Good Housekeeping, "20 Quotes About Peace That Will Inspire Tranquility in Your Life," 12 Apr. 2019 The nominee should have at least five years of continuous service, and more than one volunteer activity may be listed. — kansascity, "Johnson County briefs: Olathe Live! returns with concert from The Pic and Bow | The Kansas City Star," 19 Feb. 2018 In contrast, the various mechanisms involved in long-term contraception are designed to make your body less hospitable to pregnancy in a continuous, less fallible way. — Natasha Lavender, SELF, "Here's How Emergency Contraception Actually Works," 1 Apr. 2019

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continuous creation theory

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continuous

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of continuous

: continuing without stopping : happening or existing without a break or interruption

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continuous

adjective

con·tin·u·ous | \ kən-ˈtin-yə-wəs

Kids Definition of continuous

: going on without stop a continuous line of traffic

continuous

adjective

con·tin·u·ous | \ kən-ˈtin-yə-wəs

Medical Definition of continuous

: marked by uninterrupted extension in space, time, or sequence : continuing without intermission or recurring regularly after minute interruptions continuous vitamin injections