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monopolize Synonyms

Another word for monopolize

Choosing another word for monopolize depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
dominate
hog
Strong
take over
consume
engross
Weak
usurp

• verb (Context 2)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
corner
Strong
control
dominate
tie up

Opposites of monopolize

The opposite of monopolize shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

share
distribute
deregulate
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• Nearby Words

monopolist
monopolistic
monopolization
monopolize
monopolizer
monopoly
monorail

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Monopolize. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/monopolize
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