alexandr- root words — words with the alexandr- root

The root alexandr- comes from Greek alexandros, meaning Alexander (the Great, subject of the verse romance). 2 words in Dendril are built from it, including alexandrine, alexandrite. Dendril shows them on a free interactive word map — no signup, no ads.

Words that use the alexandr- root

Explore words with alexandr- — words containing the alexandr- root and sharing its sense of "Alexander (the Great, subject of the verse romance)". Examples include alexandrine, alexandrite. Click any word to see its own roots, definition, and related words.

What does alexandr- mean?

The alexandr- root means Alexander (the Great, subject of the verse romance), from Greek alexandros. Recognizing it helps you decode and remember the many English words built on this root.