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process

[pros-es, proh-ses] / ˈprɒs ɛs, ˈproʊ sɛs /
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

Usage

What are other ways to say process?

A process is a series of progressive and interdependent steps by which an end is attained: a chemical process. Procedure usually implies a formal or set order of doing a thing, a method of conducting affairs: parliamentary procedure. 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.

Example Sentences

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Your caution in this process will serve you well.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

Lord McDonald, who was permanent secretary between 2015 and 2020, said details from the "confidential" vetting process would "never be shared with No 10 or the prime minister".

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

“Setting aside the unusual FCC clearance process here, the Court does not find Defendants’ arguments persuasive,” Nunley wrote.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Airports have almost no say in this process.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

It was the same conversation I was in the process of scheduling.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows

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