alex- root words — words with the alex- root

The root alex- comes from Greek alexein, meaning to ward off, defend. 2 words in Dendril are built from it, including alexin, alexipharmic. Dendril shows them on a free interactive word map — no signup, no ads.

Words that use the alex- root

Explore words with alex- — words containing the alex- root and sharing its sense of "to ward off, defend". Examples include alexin, alexipharmic. Click any word to see its own roots, definition, and related words.

What does alex- mean?

The alex- root means to ward off, defend, from Greek alexein. Recognizing it helps you decode and remember the many English words built on this root.