ALPHABETICAL - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Adjective

arranged in order according to the alphabet

Example: an alphabetic arrangement; dictionaries list words in alphabetical order

Part of speech: Adjective

relating to or expressed by a writing system that uses an alphabet

Example: alphabetical writing system

alphabetic – A related word in the same word family.

-al – A related word in the same word family.

Some words entered English through trade goods—we borrowed both the product and its foreign name.