Set 85 · Study 1 / 5
Exitthe exclusive possession or control of the supply or trade in a commodity or service
The government took action to break the monopoly on telecommunications to encourage competition and lower prices.
Set 85 of SAT Vocabulary Level 1 covers 5 words: monopoly, annals, efficacy, recognition, stem. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
the exclusive possession or control of the supply or trade in a commodity or service
The government took action to break the monopoly on telecommunications to encourage competition and lower prices.
historical records or chronicles of events in chronological order
The great achievements of his reign were recorded in the annals of history, serving as a testament to his leadership.
the ability to produce a desired or intended result
The efficacy of the new drug was confirmed in multiple clinical trials, demonstrating its ability to effectively treat the condition.
the ability to identify or acknowledge someone or something
The organization's award ceremony celebrated the recognition of outstanding contributions by its members.
the main trunk of a plant or the central part of something
The gardener carefully pruned the stem of the rose bush to encourage new growth.