cyber

1 of 2

adjective

cy·​ber ˈsī-bər 

: of, relating to, or involving computers or computer networks (such as the Internet)

the cyber marketplace

cyber-

2 of 2

combining form

: computer : computer network

cyberspace

Examples of cyber in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Meanwhile, cyber charters increased their revenue by $425 million and reserves to cover unexpected expenses by 144% between 2020 and 2023, with support from school choice advocates such as cyber charter leaders and advocacy organizations. —Julia McWilliams, The Conversation, 4 June 2026

Check Point Software Technologies tracks cyber threats in real time and just released a report detailing the extent of the threat and the top concern. —Kristine Frazao, Baltimore Sun, 2 June 2026

Cyber security and operational resilience At the same time, the growing reliance on digital infrastructure brings greater focus on cyber security and data protection. —Paul Westall, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026

The survey, conducted in collaboration with The Business Council, found that CEOs’ top concerns were cyber, geopolitical, and AI risks. —Jacqueline Munis, Fortune, 1 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

cyber-

Combining form

cybernetic

First Known Use

Adjective

1992, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing cyber

• cyber defense
• cyber warfare

Rhymes for cyber

• fiber
• fibre
• prescriber
• subscriber
• transcriber

Kids Definition

cyber

1 of 2 adjective

cy·​ber ˈsī-bər 

: relating to computers or computer networks

cyber-

2 of 2 combining form

: computer : computer network

cyberspace

Etymology

Combining form

cybernetic