Monopolistic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /məˌnɒpəˈlɪstɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Monopolistic is an adjective meaning Acting in the manner of a monopoly.
Meaning
Acting in the manner of a monopoly.
Example Sentences
The antitrust laws try to prevent monopolistic behavior.
There was a prevailing fear of the effect of large undertakings becoming monopolistic, and Parliament showed itself unwilling to sanction any large groupings.
But electric vehicles and the batteries that made them run became ensnared in corporate scandals, fraud, and monopolistic corruption that shook the confidence of the nation and inspired automotive upstarts.
Dominguez-González explained: "The Spanish market is no longer a monopolistic one, and there is great interest among both the existing open access operators and potential future ones in providing services on other lines."
Synonyms for monopolistic
Depending on context, synonyms include noncompetitive.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include noncompetitive, monopolization, monopoly, patent, antimonopoly, antitrust.
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