Synonyms of continuity

continuity

noun

ˌkän-tə-ˈnü-ə-tē 

as in continuation

uninterrupted or lasting existence

after being shuttled from one foster home to another, the child needs some continuity of care

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of continuity

In response, organizations can reassess their physical risk in order to better protect assets, maintain continuity and support long-term growth. — Patty Templeton-Jones, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Finding that your sleep is broken up into too many smaller sessions was associated with metabolic and psychiatric disorders, suggesting continuity of shut-eye is just as important as getting enough hours spent in REM states. — Mike McRae 17, New Atlas, 17 Sep. 2026

Key ministers will stay Takaichi retained Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi and Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi to ensure continuity of Japan’s key policies and good ties with Washington. — Mari Yamaguchi, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026

Lazowski said the plan was more than two years in the making and could serve as a road map for other companies, in terms of continuity. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 15 Sep. 2026