abiding vs continual

abiding

adj
  • Continuing or persisting in the same state: lasting, enduring; steadfast. 

noun
  • The action of one who abides; the state of an abider. 

continual

adj
  • Recurring in steady, rapid succession. 

  • Seemingly continuous; appearing to have no end or interruption. 

  • Forming a continuous series. 

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