continuity

/kənˈtɪn.jʊ.ɪti/

Definitions

1. noun

The state of being continuous; a quality or attribute that is unbroken or uninterrupted in time, space, or sequence.

“The film’s continuity was crucial to creating a believable narrative.”

2. noun

A continuous or unbroken series or sequence of things.

“The continuity of the mountain range was breathtaking.”

3. noun

A state of being connected or in a state of flow.

“The continuity of the water was essential for the ecosystem.”

4. verb

To continue or persist in a particular state or activity.

“The company has been continuing to expand into new markets.”

5. verb

To maintain or preserve something in a state of continuity.

“The team worked to continue the project’s momentum.”

6. noun

A period of uninterrupted time or a prolonged state of something.

“The continuity of the power outage lasted for several hours.”

7. noun

A connection or a link between two or more things.

“The continuity between the old and new buildings was seamless.”

Synonyms

  • connection
  • continuation
  • flow
  • sequence

Antonyms

  • break
  • discontinuity
  • disruption
  • interrupt