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

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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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“Such dislike, however, cannot justify using regulatory processes to restrict those views.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Many act as producers of bioactive compounds, which are chemicals that can influence biological processes and may have medical or industrial value.

From Science Daily • May 8, 2026

That’s how Crabtree ended up starting Epsilon3, which provides software for teams dealing with advanced processes.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

“We will strengthen our processes and continue pushing toward the standard our community expects and deserves.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

On the Moon, the outside, catastrophic events hold sway; on Earth, the inside, slow processes dominate.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan