vice president (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: ˈvaɪs ˈprɛzɪdnt

Definition

An official ranking below and assisting the president, often taking over if the president is unable to serve.

Examples

• The vice president gave a speech at the conference.

• She was elected as vice president of the student council.

• The president appointed a new vice president to the cabinet.

How to Use vice president

vice president of (prepositional phrase)

Indicates the organization or entity the vice president is associated with. — "She is the vice president of marketing at the company."

Synonyms of vice president

Words with a similar meaning to vice president:

• deputy
• second-in-command
• lieutenant

Antonyms of vice president

Words with the opposite meaning to vice president:

• president
• leader

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