Synonyms and Antonyms for alpha-particle
1. alpha particle (n.)
a positively charged particle that is the nucleus of the helium atom; emitted from natural or radioactive isotopes
2. alpha-interferon (n.)
a form of interferon that is produced endogenously and commercially for its pharmacological effects (including regulation of the immune system and antiviral and antineoplastic effects)
3. alpha-adrenergic blocking agent (n.)
any of various drugs that block alpha-adrenergic receptors; used in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia; relaxes the muscles of the prostate and bladder
5. particle (n.)
a body having finite mass and internal structure but negligible dimensions
6. particle (n.)
a function word that can be used in English to form phrasal verbs
7. alpha (n.)
the 1st letter of the Greek alphabet
8. alpha (adj.)
early testing stage of a software or hardware product
10. alpha (adj.)
first in order of importance
