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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Brockman wrote a lengthy piece of feedback for Daniela accusing her of abusing her power to create bureaucratic processes to get her way.

From The Wall Street Journal

While scientists have identified several processes that contributed to water loss, much of Mars' missing water is still unaccounted for.

From Science Daily

However, most of that evidence has been based on correlations, and the biological processes behind those links have remained unclear.

From Science Daily

He points to the existing “Fit-for-Growth” program, which targets efficiency across systems, processes and back office functions, as a potential route for improvement.

From The Wall Street Journal

Until the 1990s, the norm was near-total inscrutability from officials about their thought processes.

From The Wall Street Journal