continual
1 antonym for continual — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Happening again and again over time, often with brief pauses in between.
Antonyms
Etymology
From Old French continuel, from Latin continuus ("continuous") plus the suffix -el.
Full origin of continual →Frequently asked questions
What does “continual” mean?
The word “continual” means happening again and again over time, often with brief pauses in between. In plain terms, happening repeatedly, though not necessarily without any break at all.
How do you pronounce “continual”?
“Continual” is pronounced kuhn-TIHN-yoo-uhl (/kənˈtɪnjuəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “continual” in a sentence?
Here is “continual” used in a sentence: “The factory has had continual problems with its machinery.”
What part of speech is “continual”?
“Continual” is an adjective.
Where does the word “continual” come from?
The word “continual” comes from Latin. From Old French continuel, from Latin continuus ("continuous") plus the suffix -el.
Is “continual” a common word?
“Continual” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
