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 /

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method; series of actions to achieve result n.
subject to series of actions to achieve result v.

NOUN

method; series of actions to achieve result

Synonyms

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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

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cessation decline decrease idleness ignorance inaction inactivity stoppage

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failure halt

VERB

subject to series of actions to achieve result

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alter convert deal with dispose of handle prepare refine transform treat

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concoct fulfill

WEAK

make ready take care of

Antonyms

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continue hold ignore keep neglect preserve remain retain

WEAK

forget

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processes

Scully said some adaptation processes could be "very expensive".

From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026

The findings point to disease processes that may be reversible and also highlight a new human brain tissue platform derived from stem cells that could speed up the search for treatments.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 1, 2026

Kevin Boyd, a technician for the plane maker who started his career as a machinist, said Boeing’s processes and controls take years to learn.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026

McOsker, who co-sponsored the amendment, said it would offer greater public access and participation into government processes.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

Erosion on Earth slowly wipes out information, but because they are gradual—the patter of a raindrop, the sting of a sand grain—those processes can be missed.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan