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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The company said it expects to complete the deal by the first quarter of 2027, subject to shareholder approvals and regulatory processes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

His current best theory is that it’s generated by quantum processes, suggesting that awareness exists on a continuous spectrum across all matter rather than remaining the exclusive domain of mammalian brains.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Gravity waves also play an important role in larger atmospheric processes.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

Often, this means that workers must resolve employment disputes through individual arbitration processes, where the deck is stacked against workers, instead of going to court.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

Deep in the code that made up my brain, coiled up in complicated processes set up by Frances Miranda Gonzagaga herself, I found a way to think, This isn't good for Child X, either.

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix