discontinuous

Definitions

Having intervals or gaps; not continuous.

Lacking logical sequence or coherence.

In mathematics, not satisfying the conditions of continuity at a point or over an interval.

Examples

The graph shows a discontinuous function with a clear break at the origin.

Due to the heavy snowfall, the power supply to the village was discontinuous throughout the night.

Synonyms

broken intermittent fragmented disconnected sporadic interrupted fitful

Antonyms

continuous uninterrupted constant steady persistent seamless unbroken