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

STRONGEST

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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Lots of products, from lipstick to golf balls, could also be exposed to the turmoil in the Middle East since their production processes use oil derivatives.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Researchers believe this strange asymmetry could be caused by active processes within the system, such as fresh material falling into the disk or interactions with nearby surroundings.

From Science Daily • May 12, 2026

SAP launched its new Autonomous Enterprise software suite, integrating data, cloud, AI, and automation features to automate business processes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

“We can confirm that no City finances, staff, or decision-making processes were involved,” Lazzaretto said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

People with autism find it difficult, if not impossible, to do all of the things that I've been describing so far as natural and automatic human processes.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell