continuously
Translation
continuously, uninterruptedly, non-stop
Examples
The machine runs continuously for 24 hours.
The machine runs continuously for 24 hours.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) continuously The rain fell continuously all day.
Similar Words
Synonyms: constantly, non-stop; Antonyms: intermittently, occasionally
Etymology
Formed from the adjective 'continuous' and the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'. It means 'in a continuous manner'.
Memory Tips
This describes how an action is done. How does it run? It runs 'continuously'.