continuous

英 [kən'tɪnjʊəs] 美 [kən'tɪnjʊəs]
  • adj. 连续的,持续的;继续的;连绵不断的

助记提示


1. con- "together" + -tinu- + -ous.
2. => keep together, uninterrupted.

英文词源


continuous (adj.)
1640s, from French continueus or directly from Latin continuus "uninterrupted, hanging together" (see continue). Related: Continuously.

双语例句


1. At the horizon the land mass becomes a continuous pale neutral grey.
陆地在地平线处变成了一片浅灰。

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2. Under TQM principles the search for quality is continuous.
在全面质量管理原则下,对质量的追求是持续不断的。

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3. We are seeking continuous, incremental improvements, not great breakthroughs.
我们在寻求持续的、渐进的改善,而不是重大的突破。

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4. You'll need to provide continuous, organised entertainment or children may get over-excited.
你要提供连贯有序的娱乐活动,否则孩子们就有可能兴奋过头。

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5. The balance continues to swing away from final examinations to continuous assessment.
期末考试渐渐被连续性评估所取代。

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