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cartel

The word “cartel” has 2 syllables: car-tel

It's pronounced as /kɑɹˈtɛl/

What is synonym and antonym for cartel?

In the thesaurus, “cartel” has 16 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for cartel along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for cartel

  • association
  • big business
  • chain
  • combination
  • combine
  • conglomerate
  • gild
  • guild
  • megacorporation
  • multinational
  • organization
  • partnership
  • pool
  • syndicate
  • trust
  • union

Meanings of cartel

  • noun
    1. A group of businesses or nations that collude to limit competition within an industry or market.
    2. A combination of political groups (notably parties) for common action.
    3. A written letter of defiance or challenge.
    4. An official agreement concerning the exchange of prisoners.
    5. A ship used to negotiate with an enemy in time of war, and to exchange prisoners.

Example Sentences

  • The government imposed sanctions on the drug cartel.
  • An oil cartel can influence global fuel prices.
  • The police arrested several members of the notorious cartel.
  • A business cartel was accused of fixing prices in the market.
  • The movie portrayed the violent life inside a powerful cartel.

On this page you'll find 16 synonyms or another words to cartel, such as: association, big business, chain, combination, combine, conglomerate, gild.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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