processes

[pros-es-iz, ‑uh-siz, ‑uh-seez, proh-ses-iz, proh-suh-seez] / ˈprɒs ɛs ɪz, ‑ə sɪz, ‑əˌsiz, ˈproʊ sɛs ɪz, ˈproʊ sə siz /

NOUN

method; series of actions to achieve result

Synonyms

STRONGEST

action case course development growth means measure mechanism movement operation practice procedure proceeding progress rule step system technique trial way

STRONG

advance channels evolution fashion formation manner mode outgrowth performance progression routine stage suit transaction unfolding wise working

WEAK

course of action modus operandi red tape

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cessation decline decrease idleness ignorance inaction inactivity stoppage

STRONG

failure halt

VERB

subject to series of actions to achieve result

Synonyms

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alter convert deal with dispose of handle prepare refine transform treat

STRONG

concoct fulfill

WEAK

make ready take care of

Antonyms

STRONGEST

continue hold ignore keep neglect preserve remain retain

WEAK

forget

Example Sentences

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The model links magma generation in the asthenosphere with its accumulation throughout the lithosphere, connecting processes that were previously difficult to explain within a single framework.

From Science Daily • Jun. 28, 2026

However, the latest generation of premium AI hardware has migrated to 3nm processes.

From Barron's • Jun. 25, 2026

Serious failings in post-death care were also highlighted, including concerns related to loss of dignity, poor mortuary processes, ineffective identification systems and inappropriate communication.

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

She now uses Anthropic’s Claude AI to automate both processes, freeing up time to focus on strategic work.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 24, 2026

"I've been thinking," he said, "about a clock. We could make a sundial We could put a stick in the sand, and then-" The effort to express the mathematical processes involved was too great.

From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding