Definitions

continual

[kuhn-tin-yoo-uhl] / kənˈtɪn yu əl /

ADJECTIVE

constant, incessant

Synonyms

STRONGEST

around-the-clock ceaseless continuous endless enduring frequent interminable perpetual persistent recurrent relentless repeated steady unbroken unceasing unending uninterrupted unremitting

WEAK

aeonian connected consecutive dateless eternal everlasting oft-repeated permanent persisting regular repetitive running staying timeless unchanging unfailing unflagging unvarying unwaning

Antonyms

STRONGEST

bounded broken ceasing completed discontinuous ending finished infrequent intermittent interrupted irregular occasional sporadic stopping terminable transient

WEAK

checked halting inconstant temporary

Example Sentences

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“We have seen continual growth culminating in last year being the strongest year ever, absolutely running contrary to everything we had heard in 2025,” said Michael Lohan, the IDA’s chief executive office, in an interview.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Oceanwide Expeditions also said it remained in "close and continual discussion with relevant authorities regarding our exact point of arrival, quarantine and screening procedures for all guests".

From BBC • May 7, 2026

He comforted terrified survivors and filled critical information voids by sending continual updates to friends and neighbors as firefighters fought the blaze.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

Until we see persistent, continual job losses over a long period of time across the entire economy, the safe bet is that history is simply rhyming.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

He sat loosely, utterly motionless save for his head, which made a continual bobbing sort of movement as he watched Dilsey with his sweet vague gaze as she moved about.

From "The Sound and the Fury" by William Faulkner

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