1. People who oppose monopolies or advocate for the breaking up of monopolistic businesses and the promotion of fair competition.
Usage: Plural form of antimonopolist; Often used in historical contexts referring to Progressive Era reformers (early 20th century); Can refer to modern advocates for antitrust enforcement

Examples

• The antimonopolists of the Progressive Era pushed for legislation to break up large industrial trusts.
• Modern antimonopolists argue that tech companies have become too powerful and should face stricter regulation.
• Theodore Roosevelt was known as a trust-buster, aligning him with the antimonopolists of his time.
• Consumer advocates and antimonopolists have called for investigations into major corporations.
• The antimonopolists believed that competition would benefit consumers through lower prices and better products.