What is another word for progressive tax?
Pronunciation: [pɹəɡɹˈɛsɪv tˈaks] (IPA) 
A progressive tax is a taxation system where the tax rate increases as the taxable amount increases. This taxation system is designed in a way that those who earn more pay more taxes compared to those that earn less. This taxation system is often viewed as a fair way of redistributing income in the society. Some synonyms for the term 'progressive tax' include graduated tax, incremental tax, and sliding tax. The term 'graduated tax' refers to a taxation system where the tax rate increases in proportion to the taxable amount. The term 'incremental tax' means that the amount of tax increases with every increment of income. Lastly, 'sliding tax' refers to a taxation system where the tax rate increases or decreases based on the taxpayer's income.
