Alpha
/ˈælfə/
Scrabble:10 ptsWWF:11 pts5 letters
Definition of Alpha
noun
- The name of the first letter of the Greek alphabet (Α, α), followed by beta. In the Latin alphabet it is the predecessor to A.
- Latin alpha
- The name of the symbols Α and α used in science and mathematics, often interchangeable with the symbols when used as a prefix.
"I will attempt to make an alpha particle ("α-particle") with the Large Hadron Collider."
- The return of a given asset or portfolio adjusted for systematic risk.
- A person, especially a male, who is dominant, successful and attractive; (see alpha male).
adjective
- Designates the first in an order of precedence.
"I am the alpha male."
- (of person, object or action) exhibiting characteristics of the alpha male/female archetype.
- Designates some bright star, usually the brightest star, of a constellation.
"When space travel becomes feasible, I plan to visit Alpha Centauri."
Anagrams of Alpha
No exact anagrams found for "alpha". This word has a unique letter combination.
Letter Values
a1
l1
p3
h4
a1
Total: 10 Scrabble points
Word Validity & Sources
SOWPODS (International Scrabble): Valid
TWL (US/Canada Scrabble): Valid
Words With Friends: Valid
Last verified: December 2024
Dictionary data sourced from SOWPODS (178,691 words), combining TWL (Tournament Word List) and the Collins Scrabble Words dictionary. Definitions from Free Dictionary API and Wordnik.
About the Word "Alpha"
Alpha is a 5-letter word that scores 10 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends.
Using "Alpha" in Word Games
When playing Scrabble or Words With Friends, "alpha" is a medium-scoring word.