Continuously — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb /kən-ˈtin-yü-əs-lē/ con·tin·u·ous·ly

Meaning & Definition of Continuously

Continuously (adverb)

  1. in a continuous manner, without interruption

Continuously (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in constantly, always

    similar: always, consistently, constantly, endlessly, ever, evermore, forever, incessantly, invariably, perpetually, unfailingly, afresh, again, anew, de novo, over, continually, frequently, oft, often, oftentimes, recurrently, repeatedly, freshly, newly
    opposite: nevermore, ne'er, never, infrequently, little, rarely, seldom, unusually, intermittently, occasionally, periodically, sometimes, sporadically

  2. as in steadily, steadfastly

    similar: ploddingly, steadfastly, steadily, unabatedly, unrelentingly, unremittingly, actively, animatedly, briskly, busily, dynamically, energetically, feverishly, spiritedly, vehemently, vigorously, zealously, ardently, attentively, conscientiously, earnestly, exhaustively, meticulously, painstakingly, seriously, thoroughly, amain, arduously, assiduously, determinedly, diligently, doggedly, hard, hardly, industriously, intensely, intensively, intently, laboriously, mightily, purposefully, resolutely, sedulously, slavishly, strenuously, indefatigably, tirelessly, unflaggingly, untiringly, wearilessly, obstinately, stubbornly, willfully
    opposite: casually, desultorily, halfheartedly, indolently, lackadaisically, languidly, lazily, listlessly, shiftlessly, sluggishly, spiritlessly, tiredly, wearily

Related Entry: Continuous (adjective)

Continuous is a different word from Continuously. The synonyms below are for continuous, not for continuously.

  1. going on and on without any interruptions

    "a city that has been under continuous bombardment for three days"

    similar: ceaseless, continual, continued, continuing, incessant, nonstop, perpetual, running, unbroken, unceasing, uninterrupted, unremitting
    related: dateless, deathless, endless, eternal, everlasting, immortal, interminable, permanent, undying, unending, changeless, constant, stable, steady, unchanging, unvarying, durable, enduring, lasting, persistent, imperishable, indestructible
    opposite: discontinuous, noncontinuous
    near: intermittent, periodic, periodical, recurrent, recurring, alternate, alternating, cyclic, rhythmic, seasonal, serial, erratic, fitful, irregular, occasional, spasmodic, sporadic, spotty, unsteady

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Continuously

The most common words with a similar meaning to Continuously:

always, consistently, constantly, endlessly, ever, evermore, forever, incessantly, invariably, perpetually, unfailingly, afresh, again, anew, de novo, over, continually, frequently, oft, often, oftentimes, recurrently, repeatedly, freshly, newly, ploddingly, steadfastly, steadily, unabatedly, unrelentingly, unremittingly, actively, animatedly, briskly, busily, dynamically, energetically, feverishly, spiritedly, vehemently

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Continuously

Words with the opposite meaning of Continuously:

nevermore, ne'er, never, infrequently, little, rarely, seldom, unusually, intermittently, occasionally, periodically, sometimes, sporadically, casually, desultorily, halfheartedly, indolently, lackadaisically, languidly, lazily, listlessly, shiftlessly, sluggishly, spiritlessly, tiredly, wearily

Origin & Etymology of Continuously

continuous + -ly:2

First known use: 1663

Frequently Asked Questions about Continuously

What does "Continuously" mean?

"Continuously" means in a continuous manner, without interruption. As an adverb, it is defined as: in a continuous manner, without interruption. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Continuously"?

Other words for "Continuously" include always, consistently, constantly, endlessly, ever, evermore, forever and incessantly. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Continuously" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Continuously"?

There are 78 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Continuously". Common alternatives include always, consistently, constantly, endlessly, ever, evermore, forever, incessantly, invariably and perpetually.

What is the opposite of "Continuously"?

Antonyms of "Continuously" include nevermore, ne'er, never, infrequently, little, rarely, seldom and unusually.

Is "Continuously" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Continuously" is an adverb.

How do you pronounce "Continuously"?

"Continuously" is pronounced /kən-ˈtin-yü-əs-lē/ and divided into syllables as con·tin·u·ous·ly.

What is the origin of the word "Continuously"?

"Continuously" comes from continuous + -ly:2. First known use: 1663.

What is another word for "Continuously" meaning "as in constantly, always"?

When "Continuously" (adverb) means as in constantly, always, synonyms include always, consistently, constantly, endlessly, ever and evermore. Opposites in this sense include nevermore, ne'er, never and infrequently.