monopolize
Translation
monopolise, dominate
Examples
The company monopolized the market for years.
The company monopolised the market for years.
He tends to monopolize the conversation.
He tends to monopolise the conversation.
Grammar Patterns
to monopolize ((sth.)) He tends to monopolize the conversation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dominate, control, corner (the market)
Etymology
From Greek 'monos' (single) + 'polein' (to sell). Literally 'to be the only seller'.
Memory Tips
Think 'mono' (one) + 'poly' (sell). Imagine one person or company being the only one allowed to sell something.