Super-Majority
/ˌsuːpərˈmɒrɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) A requirement that a proposal or decision receive a higher threshold of votes than a simple majority, often two-thirds or three-quarters, to be approved.
The amendment passed only after achieving a super-majority of two-thirds of the votes.
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- supermajority
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Commentary
Typically used in corporate, legislative, or organizational bylaws to ensure broader consensus for significant decisions.
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