Synonyms of continuing

continuing 1 of 2

adjective

kən-ˈtin-yü-iŋ 

1

as in continued

going on and on without any interruptions

the continuing success of the chain as it opens stores around the country

Synonyms & Similar Words

• continued
• continuous
• continual
• incessant
• nonstop
• uninterrupted
• constant
• unceasing
• unremitting
• perpetual
• unbroken
• running
• ceaseless
• persistent
• permanent
• steady
• endless
• unending
• lasting
• eternal
• interminable
• enduring
• everlasting
• undying
• immortal
• deathless
• durable
• unvarying
• unchanging
• stable
• changeless
• indestructible
• imperishable
• dateless

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• periodic
• recurrent
• discontinuous
• intermittent
• alternate
• seasonal
• periodical
• serial
• occasional
• cyclic
• rhythmic
• noncontinuous
• recurring
• sporadic
• alternating
• erratic
• irregular
• spasmodic
• unsteady
• spotty
• fitful

2

as in ongoing

having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish

the public's continuing interest in every aspect of the lives of celebrities

Synonyms & Similar Words

• ongoing
• enduring
• immortal
• eternal
• perpetual
• lasting
• perennial
• abiding
• constant
• endless
• everlasting
• timeless
• undying
• permanent
• imperishable
• ageless
• ceaseless
• steady
• dateless
• unchanging
• stationary
• unvarying
• stable
• changeless

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• obsolete
• archaic
• outmoded
• antiquated
• dated
• outdated
• out-of-date
• outworn
• passé

continuing

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verb

present participle of continue

1

as in remaining

to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state

the heavy snow continued throughout the night

Synonyms & Similar Words

• remaining
• lasting
• persisting
• enduring
• staying
• surviving
• lingering
• abiding
• holding on
• running on
• prevailing
• keeping up
• perduring
• biding
• holding up
• sticking around
• carrying through
• tarrying

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ending
• stopping
• dying
• passing
• ceasing
• finishing
• closing
• discontinuing
• terminating
• concluding
• expiring
• lapsing
• quitting
• winding up
• dying (down)
• desisting
• waning
• moderating
• ebbing
• subsiding
• leaving off
• abating
• letting up

2

as in resuming

to begin again or return to after an interruption

we'll continue this discussion after we've eaten

Synonyms & Similar Words

• resuming
• restarting
• reopening
• proceeding (with)
• renewing
• reviving
• picking up
• resuscitating
• recrudescing

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ending
• completing
• finishing
• concluding
• finalizing
• stopping
• cutting
• checking
• ceasing
• staying
• terminating
• discontinuing
• halting
• breaking
• consummating
• dropping
• quitting
• shutting off
• canning
• scuttling
• desisting
• leaving off
• knocking off
• belaying

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of continuing

Adjective

Officials said overnight enforcement will focus on common and continuing offenses such as commercial vehicles parked in residential areas and permit violations. — Michelle Deal-Zimmerman, Baltimore Sun, 6 Mar. 2025

State of the labor market Initial weekly unemployment insurance claims have held in a fairly steady range around 220,000, though continuing claims earlier in November had hit their highest level in about three years. — Jeff Cox, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2024

What’s your advice for staying in the game so long and continuing adventures late into life? — Corey Buhay, Outside Online, 26 Sep. 2024

The calculus changes in places like public bathrooms, where there’s a reasonable and continuing expectation of privacy. — Victoria Song, The Verge, 27 Mar. 2024

Verb

Trump's continuing criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and praise of Putin only give Putin further confidence the United States is not serious about imposing more severe sanctions. — Arkansas Online, 17 Oct. 2026

Dimitris Ampatzidis, maritime risk and compliance manager at Kpler, said the attacks underscored Iran's continuing ability to threaten commercial vessels, with the risks extending beyond oil and gas transportation. — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2026

What’s Happening Researchers are continuing to redesign peptides, the short chains of amino acids the body uses to signal, build muscle and regulate the immune system, so they can be swallowed rather than injected. — Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 16 Oct. 2026

Forrest said even a close loss for Democrats in Cabarrus could be a sign the party is continuing to make inroads in the county as Charlotte’s growth stretches into more suburban and rural areas. — Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 16 Oct. 2026

The first demo showed the vehicle driving up a large ramp, eventually reaching a vertical position before continuing overhead onto a horizontal, upside-down road. — James Peckham, PC Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026

Despite his alleged deteriorating health, King Charles has shown resilience by continuing to work and make public appearances. — Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 16 Oct. 2026

Temperatures will gradually moderate next week, reaching the mid-60s on Monday and around 70 degrees on Tuesday, with generally dry conditions continuing. — Bill Kelly, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026

Aigle by Setchu Aigle is continuing to step into more fashion-forward territory, with Setchu designer Satoshi Kuwata bringing his twist to the French outdoor brand’s functional wardrobe. — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026