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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Residents would also see more transparent processes for reporting concerns or requesting tree work.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

People’s instinct is to use AI to automate parts of existing processes rather than rethink the processes themselves.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

They also influence metabolism and can affect epigenetic processes that help regulate gene activity.

From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026

This was especially the case during the 2000s, when software and processes were not as sophisticated or streamlined as they are today.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Interestingly, there is often an affective connection between music and the emotions, and musical intelligence may share common thinking processes with mathematical intelligence.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin