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continuity

 

[ kɑːnˌtɪnjuˈɪti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mathematics

The quality or state of being continuous. In mathematics, continuity is a property of a function that describes the absence of any abrupt changes in value.

Synonyms

consistency, smoothness, uninterruptedness

Examples of usage

  • The continuity of the function ensures that there are no sudden jumps in the graph.
  • The concept of continuity is fundamental in calculus and analysis.
Context #2 | Noun

film

Continuity refers to the consistency of details in a film from one shot to another. It ensures that there are no inconsistencies in props, costumes, or actions between scenes.

Synonyms

coherence, consistency, continuation

Examples of usage

  • The director pays close attention to continuity to avoid mistakes in the final edit.
  • Continuity errors can be distracting for the audience.
Context #3 | Noun

physics

In physics, continuity refers to the principle that a physical quantity remains constant within a system unless acted upon by an external force. It is related to the conservation of mass, energy, and momentum.

Synonyms

constancy, persistence, stability

Examples of usage

  • The law of continuity states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed.
  • The concept of continuity helps explain the behavior of fluids in motion.

Translations

Translations of the word "continuity" in other languages:

🇵🇹 continuidade

🇮🇳 निरंतरता

🇩🇪 Kontinuität

🇮🇩 kesinambungan

🇺🇦 неперервність

🇵🇱 ciągłość

🇯🇵 連続性 (れんぞくせい)

🇫🇷 continuité

🇪🇸 continuidad

🇹🇷 süreklilik

🇰🇷 연속성 (yeonsokseong)

🇸🇦 استمرارية

🇨🇿 kontinuita

🇸🇰 kontinuita

🇨🇳 连续性 (liánxùxìng)

🇸🇮 neprekinjenost

🇮🇸 samfella

🇰🇿 үздіксіздік

🇬🇪 უწყვეტობა

🇦🇿 davamlılıq

🇲🇽 continuidad

Etymology

The word 'continuity' originated from the Latin word 'continuitas', which means 'uninterrupted connection or succession'. It first appeared in the English language in the 17th century. The concept of continuity has been fundamental in various fields such as mathematics, physics, and film, emphasizing the importance of consistency and smooth transitions. Understanding continuity is crucial for maintaining coherence and stability in different systems and disciplines.

See also: continual, continually, continuance, continuation, continuing, continuous, continuously, discontinuance, discontinuation, discontinue, discontinued, discontinuity, discontinuous.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,965, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.