procedure

[pruh-see-jer] / prəˈsi dʒər /

NOUN

process, system for accomplishing something

Synonyms

STRONGEST

action agenda conduct form measure method move operation plan policy practice proceeding program scheme step strategy transaction

STRONG

agendum channels course custom fashion formula gimmick grind idea layout line maneuver mode performance polity routine setup style

WEAK

daily grind game plan modus operandi nuts and bolts red tape the book the numbers

Antonyms

STRONGEST

idleness ignorance inaction inactivity

Usage

What are other ways to say procedure? The noun procedure usually implies a formal or set order of doing a thing, a method of conducting affairs: parliamentary procedure. A process is a series of progressive and interdependent steps by which an end is attained: a chemical process. Proceeding (usually plural) applies to what goes on or takes place on a given occasion or to the records of the occasion: Proceedings of the Royal Academy of Sciences.

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“This is a standard procedure in litigation. The plaintiffs agreed to the court order creating this procedure.”

From Los Angeles Times

As a result of declaring the critical incident, the trust will now rearrange some elective procedures to create capacity for the sickest patients.

From BBC

The actions violated Kelly's right to free speech and due process, and did not follow proper military procedure, his case alleges.

From BBC

The buyer's solicitor said that all required procedures were undertaken at that time and that the firm knew Kulibayev was the person buying the property.

From BBC

Assistant Commissioner Rachel Williams acknowledged that the "public will be really concerned" by the lapse in vetting procedures.

From BBC

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