monopolize
Translation
to monopolize, to dominate, to control
Examples
The company tried to monopolize the market.
The company tried to monopolize the market.
He tends to monopolize the conversation.
He tends to monopolize the conversation.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to take exclusive control of (sth.) The company tried to monopolize the market.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dominate, control, corner; Antonyms: share, compete
Etymology
From Greek 'mono-' meaning 'one' and 'pōlein' meaning 'to sell'. Literally 'to be the only seller'.
Memory Tips
Think of the board game 'Monopoly' where the goal is to monopolize all the properties on the board.