stealth tax
A 'stealth tax' refers to a tax designed to be unnoticed or less apparent to those who pay it, often to avoid public backlash.
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Definition
C1Government Finance
(technical, policy)A tax that is applied in a manner that is not immediately obvious to those who pay it.
Example
- The government introduced a stealth tax by increasing fees on essential services.
C1Economic Policy
(technical, academic)A form of taxation implemented indirectly, often through changes in regulations or fees.
Example
- Consumers often bear the cost of stealth taxes through higher prices.
C1Public Finance
(formal)A method of raising government revenue by subtly increasing the financial burden on citizens without their explicit awareness.
Example
- Stealth taxes can lead to reduced public scrutiny of government revenue policies.
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