Pronunciation

/kənˈtɪnjuː/

Definitions

• Verb: n. [intransitive] To proceed without interruption, to keep going; to persist in an action. Example: “She continued her work after a short break.”
• Verb: v. [transitive] To resume or start an activity after a pause or interruption; to proceed with something. Example: “He continued reading the book after finishing the first chapter.”
• Adverb: In a continuous manner; without stopping. Example: “The teacher continued speaking for another hour.”
• Noun: The act of continuing, persistence. Example: “His perseverance was a key factor in his success.”

Phrases

• “Continue doing sth.” to keep performing an action.
• “Continue from where you left off” to resume a task after a break.
• “She continued the tradition of visiting her family every year.”

Example Sentences

• Verb: “After the storm, they continued their journey by car.”
• Adverb: “He continued working late into the night.”
• Noun: “Her dedication was a continuous effort to improve her skills.”

Synonyms

• Persist
• Proceed
• Go on
• Carry on
• Maintain
• Resume
• Proceed further
• Keep up

Antonyms

• Stop
• Quit
• Halt
• Break off
• Cease