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

Multi-factor authentication, continuous asset discovery, attack surface management and maintaining strong cyber hygiene remain some of the most effective defences available. — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026

Both companies offer many of the same types of coverage, including commercial umbrella insurance, cyber liability insurance, and BOP coverage. — Liz Knueven, CNBC, 9 July 2026

Regulators Are Building The Rulebook In Public The Financial Stability Board is trying to create common ground so that AI progress can be achieved while at the same time maintaining market and cyber stability. — Ron Schmelzer, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

While cyber insurance is growing in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, penetration remains low compared with more mature markets such as the US and UK. — Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 7 July 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