Multipass
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My definition: An Alpha male is the leader of men, and the selector of women. He raises the survival and replication value of those around him. Men are confident around him, and women desire to be his sexual partner.
Although the concept is most often used when discussing primate societies, it is equally present in ours.
Edit: After reading some responses it seems I'm bringing nothing new to the table. So...
In primate societies the Alpha male used to be stronger than the rest in case he was physically challenged by another. Big muscles were a great indicator of fitness back then (how fit you were to be selected as a mate).
We have now evolved so our brains are the best indicator of fitness. Your brain now controls how much money you make, how socially accepted you will be, and just about everything else.
Although the concept is most often used when discussing primate societies, it is equally present in ours.
Edit: After reading some responses it seems I'm bringing nothing new to the table. So...
In primate societies the Alpha male used to be stronger than the rest in case he was physically challenged by another. Big muscles were a great indicator of fitness back then (how fit you were to be selected as a mate).
We have now evolved so our brains are the best indicator of fitness. Your brain now controls how much money you make, how socially accepted you will be, and just about everything else.