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Definition of monopolize

monopolize

/məˈnɑːpəlaɪz/
(UK: monopolise)
mo · nop · o · lize
Adverb:monopolistically
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Adjective:monopolistic
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Past Simple:monopolized
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Past Participle:monopolized
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Present Participle:monopolizing
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monopolize Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To take up the whole or greatest part of a conversation, someone's time, or attention, excluding others.

Example

"Please try not to monopolize the discussion during the seminar so that every student has a chance to speak."

2

To obtain exclusive possession or control of a trade, commodity, or service.

Example

"The conglomerate attempted to monopolize the regional telecommunications market by buying out smaller competitors."

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• Rhymes for monopolize

• Nearby Words

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monopsis

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 17th century from 'monopoly' plus the verb suffix '-ize', ultimately tracing back via Latin to the Ancient Greek 'monōpōlion', from 'monos' (alone, single) and 'pōlein' (to sell).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Monopolize. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/monopolize
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