1. to have complete control over something, especially a business or market, preventing others from participating
Usage: business/economics
2. to take up all of someone’s time or attention

Examples

• The large corporation tried to monopolize the smartphone market.
• Government regulations prevent companies from monopolizing essential services.
• She tends to monopolize conversations at parties.
• The new student monopolized the teacher’s attention during class.
• Don’t monopolize the computer – others need to use it too.
• The company’s goal was to monopolize the local cable television market.