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Definition of continuity

continuity

/ˌkɑːn.təˈnuː.ə.ti/
con · ti · nu · i · ty

Adverb:continuously
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Plural:continuities
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Adjective:continuous
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continuity Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The unbroken and consistent existence or operation of something over a period of time.

Example

"Retaining experienced teachers helps ensure educational continuity for the students."


2

A state of stability and the absence of disruption or logical contradiction across different parts or stages of a whole.

Example

"Historians noted a strong sense of cultural continuity between the ancient and medieval settlements."


3

The maintenance of consistent details, settings, costumes, and props from scene to scene in a film, television show, or narrative work.

Example

"The script supervisor noticed a continuity error when the actor's coffee cup changed color between takes."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French continuité, which derives from Latin continuitās, meaning "a connected series or succession," from continuus ("holding together, uninterrupted").

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Continuity. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/continuity
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