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

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

City Planning Department processes, such as reviews and appeals.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

The gradual emergence of mazelike permitting processes further slowed more ambitious new refining projects, at least in some areas.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 1, 2026

"From the SFV's perspective, various incidents raise fundamental questions regarding leadership, governance, transparency and decision-making processes within Fifa."

From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026

This book guides professionals to work through music, harnessing the processes that underlie music learning, and outlining developmentally appropriate methods to understand the role of music in children’s lives through play, games, creativity, and movement.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin