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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On OpenRouter, another startup that processes AI queries, DeepSeek has been the most-used AI company since mid May.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

In a statement, the university said it could not discuss individual cases but it had "established processes" in place for students who experienced "unexpected health issues or difficult personal circumstances".

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The findings suggest that metabolic processes can directly influence how effectively cells repair DNA.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

For decades, space exploration stagnated under the purview of bureaucracy-steeped government processes.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

All three processes are the work of living microorganisms; Pasteur will call them "germs."

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman