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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As neuroscience reveals how much behavior arises from unconscious processes, courts may need to reconsider where responsibility begins and ends.

From Science Daily

The company says it will turn MDF dust, which is normally transported offsite for processing in Europe or to landfill, into 6.3m units of energy to power its heating and manufacturing processes.

From BBC

At the same time, order and disorder strongly influence how physical processes unfold.

From Science Daily

Fully sustainable fuels, made from waste biomass or synthetic industrial processes, have added a new complication, as they burn differently from fossil fuel petrol.

From BBC

At the time, Zeta said the report was based on speculation and false statements: “Zeta is confident in its internal accounting processes and controls.”

From Barron's