Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

two-thirds majority

noun

/tuː θɜrdz məˈdʒɔːrɪti/

Definition

A two-thirds majority is the requirement that a proposal must receive at least two-thirds of the votes in favor to be accepted or to pass.

Examples

In order to amend the constitution, the bill must be approved by a two-thirds majority in both chambers of Congress.
The decision to override the president’s veto required a two-thirds majority vote in the Senate.

Meaning

This term is often used in legislative bodies or organizations where a higher threshold of consensus is needed for certain decisions than a simple majority (more than half).