Definition of alpha

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • alpha is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 10
  • alpha is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 10
  • alpha is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 11

Definition of alpha


  • early testing stage of a software or hardware product (adjective)

    Examples

    1. alpha version
  • first in order of importance (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the alpha male in the group of chimpanzees
    2. the alpha star in a constellation is the brightest or main star
  • the 1st letter of the Greek alphabet (noun)
  • the beginning of a series or sequence (noun)

See definition of alpha in Merriam Webster