continuance

noun
UK: /kənˈtɪnjuəns/
US: /kənˈtɪnjuəns/

  1. The act or state of continuing.

    1. The film's continuance depends on viewer interest.
    2. The continuance of the project hinges on securing additional funding this fiscal year.

  2. The prolongation or adjournment of a legal proceeding to a later date.

    1. He requested a continuance to prepare his case.
    2. The judge granted a continuance, giving the defense more time to gather critical evidence.

  3. Persistence in a condition or activity.

    1. Her continuance in that job surprised everyone.
    2. Despite initial setbacks, the continuance of their efforts ultimately led to great success.

Synonyms

continuation extension resumption adjournment stay duration permanence survival

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "continuance" in English means: The act or state of continuing., The prolongation or adjournment of a legal proceeding to a later date., Persistence in a condition or activity..

The phonetic transcription of "continuance" is /kənˈtɪnjuəns/ in British English and /kənˈtɪnjuəns/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "continuance": continuation, extension, resumption, adjournment, stay, duration, permanence, survival.

Example usage of "continuance": "The film's continuance depends on viewer interest.". More examples on the page.