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Meaning of qualified majority | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A majority in a vote that reaches a preset threshold value significantly larger than 50%, such as ²⁄₃, often required instead of a simple majority for reaching a decision; particularly on important matters, such as modifying the bylaws of an association.

UK

Examples

“three-fifths qualified majority”
“two-thirds qualified majority”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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