Definitions

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

STRONGEST

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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Each drug was selected because it targets biological processes linked to Alzheimer's, has shown encouraging results in cell and animal studies, and is considered safe for use in older adults.

From Science Daily

Mistral AI clinched its first acquisition with the purchase of infrastructure startup Koyeb as the French artificial-intelligence major looks to iron out its processes and bolster computing capabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal

A slowdown in local species change may actually signal that biodiversity is being depleted at a larger scale, weakening the natural processes that normally keep ecosystems dynamic and resilient.

From Science Daily

Two main factors allowed researchers to map the underground processes in exceptional detail.

From Science Daily

"But honestly, Rach and I were just trying to stick to our processes and take it one ball at a time."

From Barron's