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Meaning of discontinuous
The primary meaning of "discontinuous" refers to something that is not continuous or unbroken, but rather interrupted or broken into parts.
Etymology of discontinuous
The word "discontinuous" has its roots in Latin, combining "dis-" (meaning "not" or "opposite of") with "continuus" (meaning "continuing" or "unbroken")
Historically, the term has been used in various fields, including mathematics, physics, and philosophy, to describe concepts or phenomena that are interrupted, broken, or non-continuous
Synonyms
intermittent
broken
fragmented
disrupted
sporadic
uneven
patchy
scattered
disjointed
disconnected
separated
split
fractured
severed
detached
isolated
insulated
interrupted
halted
stopped
suspended
paused
delayed
fitful
erratic
irregular
noncontinuous
unconnected
incoherent
incongruous
inconsistent
nonuniform
spasmodic
staccato
jagged
rugged
uneven
incomplete
Definitions
- Not continuing or having a break in continuity, either in time, space, or sequence
- * Consisting of or characterized by discrete, unconnected parts or elements
- * Not forming a coherent or cohesive whole
Usage Examples
- The discontinuous nature of the rock formation made it difficult to analyze
- * The company's discontinuous production schedule resulted in inconsistent supply chain management
- * The discontinuous narrative of the novel made it challenging for readers to follow