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continue

The word “continue” has 3 syllables: con-tin-ue

It's pronounced as /kənˈtɪnju/

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In the thesaurus, “continue” has 26 synonyms and 36 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for continue along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for continue

Antonyms for continue

Meanings of continue

  • noun
    1. An option allowing a gamer to resume play after game over, when all lives have been lost.
    2. A statement which causes a loop to start executing the next iteration, skipping the statements following it.
  • verb
    1. To proceed with (doing an activity); to prolong (an activity).
    2. To make last; to prolong.
    3. To retain (someone or something) in a given state, position, etc.
    4. To remain in a given place or condition; to remain in connection with; to abide; to stay.
    5. To resume.
    6. To adjourn, prorogue, put off.
    7. To make a continuation bet.

Example Sentences

  • The team will continue working until the final report is finished.
  • She decided to continue her studies despite the challenges.
  • Negotiations may continue if both sides agree on the new terms.
  • The project cannot continue without additional funding.
  • They plan to continue improving the system throughout the year.

On this page you'll find 62 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to continue, such as: abate, abide, belay, bide, break, can, carry through.

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abide

keep

keeping up

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kept up

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