Synonyms of continuance

continuance

noun

kən-ˈtin-yü-ən(t)s 

1

as in duration

the period during which something exists, lasts, or is in progress

the feud between the two families was bitter and of long continuance

Synonyms & Similar Words

• duration
• lifespan
• life
• time
• lifetime
• date
• standing
• run
• term
• span
• tenure
• longevity
• stretch
• tour
• spell
• hitch
• half-life
• age
• turn

2

as in continuation

uninterrupted or lasting existence

the continuance of hunger in the world despite some valiant efforts to solve the problem

Synonyms & Similar Words

• continuation
• continuity
• persistence
• continuousness
• survival
• duration
• endurance
• durability
• subsistence
• prolongation
• extension
• ceaselessness
• lengthening
• elongation
• permanence
• prolonging
• abidance
• stretching
• drawing out
• enduringness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• termination
• discontinuance
• cessation
• end
• expiration
• close
• stoppage
• ending
• finish
• discontinuity
• surcease
• curtailment
• shortening
• cutback
• abridgment

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of continuance

James Ratcliff spoke for the Farley Road Neighborhood Coalition, agreeing that a continuance is necessary because of the change in the occupancy limit count. — Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2026

His hearing, during which he was served a life sentence, occurred this month after the defense requested multiple continuances. — Eleanor Jacobs, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026

Commissioners who voted against the continuance were John Dillon, Daniel Moriarty, Gregg West and Brian Murphy. — Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 15 July 2026

The latest court filings show the parties are working toward a settlement and requested another hearing continuance until July 27. — Catherine Muccigrosso july 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026