This is the 16374th most frequent Polish word.
vice
"Vice" in Polish refers to a deputy, assistant, or substitute in a position, often part of a title (e.g., vice-prezes means vice-president).
Here 'vice' is used as a prefix in 'wicedyrektor', indicating a position immediately subordinate to the principal.
On jest wicedyrektorem szkoły.
He is the deputy principal of the school.
'Vice' in 'wicelider' signifies the position of being second in rank in a competition or hierarchical context.
To był wicelider zawodów.
He was the runner-up of the competition.
'Wice' here is slang, meaning no excuses or pretexts, emphasizing directness or accountability.