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Folytonosság refers to a concept in philosophy and mathematics that denotes the state of being continuous or unbroken. In philosophical discourse, folytonosság often relates to the idea of temporal continuity, suggesting that time flows without interruption or discrete jumps. It can also describe the smooth transition of states or properties, implying a lack of sudden or radical change. This concept is central to discussions about identity over time, where the persistent self is often understood as maintaining a continuous existence despite various transformations.

In mathematics, folytonosság is a fundamental property of functions and sequences. A function is considered continuous if its graph can be drawn without lifting the pen, meaning there are no breaks, holes, or jumps. More formally, a function is continuous at a point if the limit of the function as the input approaches that point exists and is equal to the function's value at that point. This notion of continuity is essential for calculus, enabling the study of rates of change and accumulation. Discrete sequences can also exhibit a form of folytonosság if they approach a limit or can be interpolated smoothly. The concept of folytonosság thus bridges abstract mathematical ideas with intuitive notions of unbroken progression and smooth transition.