continue
UK: kənˈtɪnjuː | US: kənˈtɪnjuː
v. to persist in an activity or process without interruption
v. to resume after a pause
v. to extend in scope or duration
continue = con<together> + tin<hold> + ue<verb suffix>
- con<together>: From Latin cum, meaning "with" or "together."
- tin<hold>: From Latin tenere, meaning "to hold" or "to keep."
- ue<verb suffix>: A common suffix in Latin-derived verbs, indicating action.
Etymology Origin:
The word continue originates from Latin continuare, combining con- (together) and tenere (to hold). It originally meant "to hold together" or "to connect without break," evolving into its modern sense of uninterrupted progression. The logical progression reflects maintaining cohesion over time or space.
She decided to continue her studies abroad.
The rain is expected to continue until tomorrow.
Please continue your work without distraction.
The story will continue in the next chapter.
He paused briefly before continuing his speech.