What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
continuous
Example
The continuous rain made it difficult to go outside. [continuous: adjective]
Example
She worked continuously for six hours without taking a break. [continuously: adverb]
uninterrupted
Example
The movie was uninterrupted by commercials. [uninterrupted: adjective]
Example
He spoke uninterrupted for an hour, telling us his life story. [uninterruptedly: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Continuous is more commonly used than uninterrupted in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between continuous and uninterrupted?
Continuous is more formal than uninterrupted, which is more commonly used in casual conversation.
