alpha

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 Latin letter Ɑ (minuscule: ɑ).

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.

Similarly, alphas are 2.33% larger than that of the equivalent monthly alphas using compounded returns while no changes can be found using arithmetic returns.

To investment professionals, “alpha” is the return over and above the market return. If in a given year the S. & P. 500 returns fifteen per cent and an equity-fund manager generates a return of twenty per cent, his alpha is five per cent.

A person, especially a male, who is dominant, successful and attractive; (see alpha male).

Being a beta male in a species with alphas doesn't mean you have to sit out the mating game.

I'm still turned on by alpha males. I think there are only a couple of other men that turn me on . . . ones that are clearly not alphas.

Designates the first in an order of precedence.

I am the alpha male.

Exhibiting characteristics of the alpha male/female archetype.

And thank you. Seriously. I'll call you later. You better. I'm feeling pretty alpha now. Yes, you are.

Designates some bright star, usually the brightest star, of a constellation.

When interstellar travel becomes feasible, I plan to visit Alpha Centauri.

Clipping of alphabetical.

Sort the list in alpha order.

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