Process

Definitions

A series of actions or steps taken in order to achieve a particular end.

A natural series of changes or growth.

To perform a series of mechanical or chemical operations on something in order to change or preserve it.

Examples

The application process for the scholarship is quite rigorous.

We need to streamline the manufacturing process to reduce waste.

It is a natural process for leaves to change color in the autumn.

Synonyms

procedure method operation system routine course progression

Antonyms

stagnation halt stoppage idleness inaction pause interruption