Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
beta
Noun
/ˈbeɪtə/
Definition
The second letter of the Greek alphabet, commonly used in various contexts such as finance, science, and technology.
Examples
- In finance, the beta of a stock indicates its volatility in relation to the market.
- The software is currently in beta testing.
- Beta particles are emitted during the radioactive decay of certain elements.
Meaning
In different fields, ‘beta’ can refer to a version of software, a measure of risk in finance, or a type of radiation in physics.
Synonyms
- version
- test
- lead
- second
