Definition

A person or company that has complete control over a particular market or product, preventing others from competing.

Example

The monopolizer of the telecommunications industry set high prices for their services.

Conversation

Have you noticed how he always seems to take over every project?

Yeah, it's like he's a real monopolizer of ideas.

Exactly! It's hard for anyone else to share their thoughts.

I wish he'd let others contribute more often.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Monopolizer → It is formed from "mono-" (meaning one or single) and "polein" (from Greek, meaning to sell) and the suffix "-izer" (meaning one who does). The word "monopolizer" refers to one who sells exclusively or controls a single market or commodity.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who controls the sale of something all by themselves — 'mono-' means one, and 'polein' means to sell, so a monopolizer is someone who sells alone.

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