If a political party wins an absolute majority, they obtain more seats or votes than the total number of seats or votes gained by their opponents in an election.
absolute majority in British English
noun
a number of votes totalling over 50 per cent, such as the total number of votes or seats obtained by a party that beats the combined opposition
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Examples of 'absolute majority' in a sentence
absolute majority
Now we're in a very fluid political situation with no party enjoying an absolute majority.
The Sun (2010)
No one party enjoys an absolute majority in the House.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The Popular party lost its absolute majority in eight regions and 500 town councils.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
A run-off will be staged on Friday if no one wins an absolute majority.