Voortdurend
Example: De strijd om vrijheid bleef in de geschiedenis voortdurend aanwezig.
Definition
"Voortdurend" is an adverb meaning continuously or constantly without interruption. It describes actions or states that persist over time, often emphasizing an unceasing or ongoing presence, such as something that remains present throughout history.
Etymology
The Dutch word "voortdurend" comes from the combination of "voort," meaning forward or on, and "durend," derived from the verb "duren," meaning to last or endure. Together, it literally conveys the idea of lasting forward or continuously. Did you know that "voortdurend" has been used for centuries to emphasize persistence and continuity in various contexts?
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"Voortdurend" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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