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

According to a pricing culture analysis, the extended forecast for Orlando shows continued rain chances with a high of 51°F, low of 48°F, with a 70 percent chance of rain on Wednesday and a high of 52°F, with a 50 percent chance of precipitation on Thursday. —Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025

Clear, consistent communication with all stakeholders—including the public—will be critical to avoiding skepticism and ensuring continued support. —Emil Sayegh, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025

The company closed 2024 with revenues of 78 million euros, in line with the previous year, the result of balanced price policies and continued investment. —Luisa Zargani, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025

Allies’ hopes Several Asian leaders also took to social media to congratulate Trump, expressing hopes for continued alliances. —Helen Regan, CNN, 21 Jan. 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