monopoly
nounHow many syllables in monopoly?
There are 4 syllables in the word monopoly.How to pronounce monopoly:
Definition of monopoly:
- monopoly (noun):
- (economics) a market in which there are many buyers but only one seller.
- exclusive ownership through legal privilege, command of supply, or concerted action
Synonyms for monopoly:
corner
market
market place
Antonyms for monopoly:
distribution
joint-ownership
monopsony
scattering
sharing
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