Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

vale-tudo

noun

/vaɪlˈtuːdoʊ/

Definition

Vale-tudo is a Brazilian term that translates to ‘anything goes’. It refers to a no-holds-barred competition or situation where there are minimal rules and restrictions.

Examples

In vale-tudo competitions, fighters can use a variety of techniques from different martial arts.
The party was a vale-tudo event, with friends encouraging each other to break all the usual party rules.

Meaning

The term is often used in the context of combat sports, particularly mixed martial arts, but can also refer to any scenario where anything is permissible and there are no clear guidelines.