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

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

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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

The gland secretes vital hormones that help with processes like growth, metabolism and regulating blood pressure and temperature.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

First Eagle will operate on Victory Capital’s platform while retaining its brand, investment autonomy, and existing investment processes.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026

"I don't think I'll ever find peace until there's some underpinning security for animals and for people when it comes to processes like this," said Sweet.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

It may also offer new ways to investigate many other cognitive and mental phenomena that have traditionally been treated as distinct processes inside the brain.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 25, 2026

“But will all qualitative treatment of mental processes be out of the question then? By no means!”

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel