Continuous/kənˈtɪnjuəs/ Definition 1 of 5Pro Tip 1/3Noise Sensitivity Continuous noise can imply annoyance or persistence in a negative context. The continuous barking kept me awake. Pro Tip 2/3Positive Progress 'Continuous' can indicate steady, ongoing progress or movement in a positive light. She saw continuous improvement in her English skills. Pro Tip 3/3Misleading Duration 'Continuous' doesn't specify how long something lasts, just that it stops or pauses very little. Their support was continuous throughout the campaign.