continuum
1 synonym for continuum, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A continuous range or scale in which nearby points are barely different, but the far ends are very different from each other.
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How to use continuum
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a continuum of
on a continuum
space-time continuum
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin continuum, the neuter form of continuus, from continere ("to hold together, contain").
Full origin of continuum →Frequently asked questions
What does “continuum” mean?
The word “continuum” means a continuous range or scale in which nearby points are barely different, but the far ends are very different from each other. In plain terms, a smooth, unbroken range where things blend gradually into each other rather than falling into separate boxes.
How do you pronounce “continuum”?
“Continuum” is pronounced kuhn-TIHN-yoo-uhm (/kənˈtɪnjuəm/ in IPA).
How do you use “continuum” in a sentence?
Here is “continuum” used in a sentence: “Political opinion exists on a continuum from far left to far right.”
What part of speech is “continuum”?
“Continuum” is a noun.
Where does the word “continuum” come from?
The word “continuum” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin continuum, the neuter form of continuus, from continere ("to hold together, contain").
Is “continuum” a common word?
“Continuum” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “continuum” have?
“Continuum” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a continuous range or scale in which nearby points are barely different, but the far ends are very different from each other.
