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 of continued

• continuous
• continuing
• continual
• nonstop
• incessant

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

Its continued expansion in Germany reflects both the strength of the creative concept from Lotchi and our team’s expertise in delivering experiences at scale. —Leo Barraclough, Variety, 28 Apr. 2026

Leaders at the college said the reaffirmation reflects continued progress in academics, operations, financial stability, enrollment growth and governance. —Christopher Harris, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026

Also weighing on the stock market was another rise for oil prices on continued uncertainty about what will happen with the Iran war. —Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026

After continued questioning, McMahon said the administration is open to reforming the program, likely by moving away from college readiness and increasing opportunities for workforce training. —Sequoia Carrillo, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026

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