CONTINUOUSNESS Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

continuousness

noun

Definition of continuousness

as in continuity

uninterrupted or lasting existence although their bickering wasn't particularly vicious, its merciless continuousness was wearying

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Noun

Pochettino’s extension, however, should keep some continuity at the top of USMNT, which last advanced to the quarterfinals of the World Cup in 2002.

— Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Chan can make the case that the city’s progressive values remain intact and that Pelosi’s endorsement signals continuity with the political legacy of one of the most consequential Democrats in modern American history.

— Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of continuity

Noun

That continuation from one generation to another is part of what has allowed the festival to last.

— Sophia Buonpane, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026
The American Cancer Society notes that cervical cancer screening rates still haven't rebounded from lows hit during the COVID-19 pandemic, which is a continuation of a declining pattern for the past 20 years.

— Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 30 July 2026

Definition of continuation

Noun

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

Definition of continuance

Noun

On Wednesday night, Budapest recorded its warmest overnight temperature on record, with temperatures falling only to 28 C (82 F), underscoring the persistence of the extreme heat.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026
This quiet midseason retirement, following his last game on July 25, highlights the often-unheralded end to dedicated minor league careers, even for those showing persistence and loyalty to a single franchise.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of persistence

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