monopolise
Translation
to monopolize, to dominate, to control exclusively
Examples
The company tried to monopolise the market.
The company tried to monopolize the market.
He tends to monopolise the conversation.
He tends to monopolize the conversation.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to get or have complete control of (sth.) The company tried to monopolize the market.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dominate, control, corner; Antonyms: share, distribute
Etymology
From Greek 'mono-' (one) + 'pōlein' (to sell), meaning 'sole seller'.
Memory Tips
Think of the board game 'Monopoly', where the goal is to control all the properties.