procedure

[pruh-see-jer] / prəˈsi dʒər /

NOUN

process, system for accomplishing something

Synonyms

STRONGEST

action agenda conduct form measure method move operation plan policy practice proceeding program scheme step strategy transaction

STRONG

agendum channels course custom fashion formula gimmick grind idea layout line maneuver mode performance polity routine setup style

WEAK

daily grind game plan modus operandi nuts and bolts red tape the book the numbers

Antonyms

STRONGEST

idleness ignorance inaction inactivity

Usage

What are other ways to say procedure? The noun procedure usually implies a formal or set order of doing a thing, a method of conducting affairs: parliamentary procedure. A process is a series of progressive and interdependent steps by which an end is attained: a chemical process. Proceeding (usually plural) applies to what goes on or takes place on a given occasion or to the records of the occasion: Proceedings of the Royal Academy of Sciences.

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She said yes, even though there was only “like a 10% chance” that it would work and that he would survive the procedure.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

The part where the laser guides the VSELs around Scott’s body is perhaps the most dubious of a procedure littered with doubt.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

“Now, when the doctor says, ‘This procedure can be reimbursed,’ I feel a sense of relief.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

The average American doesn’t spend time studying Senate procedure and minority powers within the Senate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Knowing that the procedure would be painful, they didn't want to disturb Garfield while he was in such a fragile state.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow

procedure

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