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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Villahermosa lacks adequate services, with just one migrant shelter and no office of the federal agency that processes refugee applications.

From Los Angeles Times

"There are countries that do have visa processes like that in place which are just way more inclusive for people that have been dealt not the best hand at life," she says.

From BBC

It was based on a project led by the University of Aberdeen and NHS Grampian which looked at breast screening processes.

From BBC

And in the long run, as the company reworks its manufacturing processes, the company says the new diaper may end up being cheaper to make than older models.

From The Wall Street Journal

In many industrial processes, however, the required energy is much higher, which increases costs.

From Science Daily