Continued
/kənˈtɪnjuːd/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo keep going or remain in a state or action.
/kənˈtɪnjuːd/
To proceed or keep on with a course of action.
Despite the rain, the game continued.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're telling a story. When you 'continue,' you're just keeping the story going, like you're not stopping! For instance, after taking a short break you may 'continue' to finish that interesting show.
👶 For kids: To keep doing something, or to start doing it again after stopping.
More Examples
She continued her studies abroad.
The doctor continued his examination.
How It's Used
"The meeting continued for two more hours."
"The narrative continued to unfold, revealing hidden truths."
Being in an ongoing state, not interrupted.
/kənˈtɪnjuːd/
That is still going on, or is not finished.
Continued efforts are needed to solve the problem.
💡 Simply: Imagine something that's still going on, like a TV show that has 'continued' into a new season. It's like it's not over yet, it's still happening.
👶 For kids: Still going on, like when you keep playing a game.
More Examples
The continued existence of the species is threatened.
He showed continued interest in the project.
How It's Used
"Continued support is crucial for the project's success."
"Continued growth is expected in the coming year."
Idioms & expressions
continue to be
To remain in a particular state or condition.
"Despite the changes, the service continues to be excellent."
continue with
To proceed with something, often an activity or task.
"After lunch, the team will continue with the presentation preparation."
From Middle English continuen, from Old French continuer, from Latin continuāre ('to join together, make continuous'), from continuus ('continuous').
The word 'continued' has been used since the late 14th century, evolving from the Latin 'continuare' to describe an unbroken action or state.
Memory tip
Think of a long road; you continue on it.
Practice
Word Origin
Root: continuare