continuance
/kənˈtɪnjuəns/
CEFR level C2Topic SocietyWord #7283 in the learning path
继续；持续
Definitions
n. The state of continuing or being kept in existence.
继续；持续
n. An official postponement of a court hearing or trial.
诉讼延期
Example
The club's continuance depends on help from local volunteers.
俱乐部能否继续运营取决于当地志愿者的帮助。
The continuance of public funding is essential if rural libraries are to remain open.
如果农村图书馆要继续开放，公共资金支持就必须持续。
Collocations
- continuance of support
- continued existence and continuance
- grant a continuance
Word family
- continue (v.)
- continuation (n.)
- continuous (adj.)
- continuity (n.)
Synonyms
- continuation
Antonyms
- discontinuance
- cessation
Usage tip
正式用词；法律义“诉讼延期”主要用于美式英语。
FAQ
- What does continuance mean?
- The state of continuing or being kept in existence. An official postponement of a court hearing or trial.
- How is continuance pronounced?
- UK /kənˈtɪnjuəns/, US /kənˈtɪnjuəns/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
