Definitions

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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“These adjustments also explain why final transactions and pending amounts sometimes differ. Until it processes, a pending transaction places a hold on your available credit for the amount that is pending.”

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

While both can influence heating and cooling processes in the atmosphere, their impact on stratospheric cooling turned out to be relatively small compared with CO2.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

The main source of pollution in the UK is local emissions, such as road traffic, industrial processes, heating and agriculture.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Carvana processes a million cars a year versus a used car dealership that may have 200 on the lot.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Like many other researchers before him, Gordon realized we are lacking in terminology to explain all of the complex processes that go on with music learning and listening.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin