Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

vice-campeão

Noun

/ˈviːsɪ kæmˈpiːoʊ/

Definition

A person or team that finishes in second place in a competition, often referred to as the runner-up.

Examples

In the last championship, our team was the vice-campeão, losing only in the final match.
The vice-campeão received a trophy for their hard work and dedication throughout the tournament.

Meaning

The term ‘vice-campeão’ is used primarily in sports and competitions to denote someone or a team that does not win but performs well enough to be recognized as the second best.