continually
Translation
continually, frequently, repeatedly
Examples
He is continually changing his mind.
He is continually changing his mind.
The phone rang continually all morning.
The phone rang continually all morning.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) modifies a verb to mean 'repeatedly' or 'frequently' She continually checks her phone.
Similar Words
Synonyms: constantly, repeatedly, frequently; Antonyms: occasionally, rarely
Etymology
From the adjective 'continual' + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'. Ultimately from Latin 'continuus'.
Memory Tips
This is the adverb form of 'continual'. It describes an action that happens over and over again. Think of a clock ticking continually.