continuation

Definition

• n. the act of continuing an activity without interruption
• n. a part added to a book or play that continues and extends it
• n. a Gestalt principle of organization holding that there is an innate tendency to perceive a line as continuing its established direction
• n. the consequence of being lengthened in duration

Word forms

Plural

continuations

Example sentences

1. n.

   The continuation of the story was more exciting than the first part.

2. n.

   The doctor recommended a continuation of the treatment for better results.