noun
Common
continuation
kuhn-tihn-yuu-AYSHN
Continuation (noun) means the act of carrying something on, or a part that extends or follows something already begun. Example: “The sequel is a direct continuation of the first film's story.”
noun
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The act of carrying something on, or a part that extends or follows something already begun.
"The sequel is a direct continuation of the first film's story."
How to use continuation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that carries on or extends what came before.
Common pairings
continuation of
a direct continuation
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Etymology
From Old French continuation, from Latin continuatio, built from continue + -ation.
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Rhymes for continuation
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “continuation” mean?
The word “continuation” means the act of carrying something on, or a part that extends or follows something already begun. In plain terms, something that carries on or extends what came before.
How do you pronounce “continuation”?
“Continuation” is pronounced kuhn-tihn-yuu-AYSHN (/kənˌtɪnjʊˈeɪʃ(ə)n/ in IPA).
How do you use “continuation” in a sentence?
Here is “continuation” used in a sentence: “The sequel is a direct continuation of the first film's story.”
What part of speech is “continuation”?
“Continuation” is a noun.
Where does the word “continuation” come from?
The word “continuation” comes from Latin. From Old French continuation, from Latin continuatio, built from continue + -ation.
Is “continuation” a common word?
“Continuation” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between continuation and continuance?
Continuation generally refers to carrying something on or a part that extends what has already begun, such as a continuation of a story. Continuance is a more formal or legal term, often specifically meaning the postponement of a court proceeding to a later date.
How is continuation used in business or contracts?
In business, a continuation often refers to extending an agreement, project, or employment arrangement beyond its original term, such as a continuation of a lease or a continuation of benefits. It signals that something ongoing is being extended rather than newly started.
Can continuation describe a physical object as well as an event?
Yes, continuation can describe a physical extension of something, such as a road being a continuation of another road, as well as an abstract extension, such as a sequel being a continuation of a novel's story.
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