continuator

/kɒntɪˈneɪtər, -niˈeɪtər/

Definitions

1. noun

One who continues or pursues something, especially a task or a project.

“The company will appoint a continuator to complete the project after the lead developer leaves.”

2. noun

A person or thing that continues or carries on a tradition, activity, or institution.

“The church has had a continutor for over 200 years to preserve its historical records.”

Synonyms

  • continuer
  • follower
  • successor

Antonyms

  • abandoner
  • terminator