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continuation

/kənˌtɪnjʊˈeɪʃən/
con · tin · u · a · tion kən · ˌtɪn · jʊ · ˈeɪ · ʃən
English Definition
n. the act of continuing or being continued
中文释义
继续,延续
Significado en Español
continuación
한국어 뜻
계속, 연속
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự tiếp tục, sự kéo dài
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Example Sentence

The sequel is a continuation of the first story.

这部续集是第一个故事的延续。

Synonyms
extension sequel resumption
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the best synonym for the word “continuation”:

  1. A cessation
  2. B interruption
  3. C extension
  4. D termination
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C — extension. “continuation” means n. the act of continuing or being continued

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The exciting sequel was a ______ of the hero's earlier grand adventure.

  1. A continuation
  2. B repeat
  3. C conclusion
  4. D finish
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A — continuation. “continuation” means n. the act of continuing or being continued

Common questions about “continuation”

What does “continuation” mean?

continuation — n. the act of continuing or being continued. In Chinese: 继续,延续.

How do you pronounce “continuation”?

continuation is pronounced /kənˌtɪnjʊˈeɪʃən/. It breaks into 5 syllables: con · tin · u · a · tion.

How do you use “continuation” in a sentence?

The sequel is a continuation of the first story. (这部续集是第一个故事的延续。)

What are synonyms for “continuation”?

extension, sequel, resumption — all close in meaning to continuation (n. the act of continuing or being continued).

Is “continuation” an ISEE Basic-level word?

Yes. continuation appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

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