What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
continuousness
Example
The continuousness of the rain made it difficult to go outside. [continuousness: noun]
Example
The sound of the waves provided a sense of continuousness to the beach. [continuousness: noun]
continuity
Example
The continuity of the story was disrupted by the sudden plot twist. [continuity: noun]
Example
The company strives for continuity in its operations to ensure efficiency. [continuity: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Continuity is more commonly used than continuousness in everyday language and covers a wider range of contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between continuousness and continuity?
Neither word is particularly formal or informal, but continuousness may have a more technical or scientific connotation in certain contexts.
