progressive tax
US /prəˌɡres.ɪv ˈtæks/
UK /prəˌɡres.ɪv ˈtæks/
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a tax in which the tax rate increases as the taxable amount increases
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Many countries implement a progressive tax system to reduce income inequality.
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The new budget proposal includes a higher progressive tax rate for high earners.