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

• ceaseless
• continual
• continuing
• continuous
• incessant
• nonstop
• perpetual
• running
• unbroken
• unceasing
• uninterrupted
• unremitting

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

There’s also a continued growth of non-denominational Christians. —Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2025

With the Netflix deal kicking off last month (following a new deal with USA for Smackdown in 2024), WWE is likely to see continued rights fee growth for years. —Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Feb. 2025

Users experiencing continued disruptions should keep an eye on Slack's official status page for real-time information on the progress of the resolution. —Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025

There, under the guidance of new coaches Cecile and Laurent Landi, the switch proved instrumental to Chiles' continued success as a gymnast — and the triumph of her mental health. —Alex Ross, People.com, 26 Feb. 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