cis
1 synonyms and 1 antonyms for cis, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Cisgender; describing someone whose gender identity matches the sex they were assigned at birth.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
Etymology
From Latin cis, "on this side of" — the opposite of "trans", "across" or "on the other side".
Full origin of cis →Frequently asked questions
What does “cis” mean?
The word “cis” means cisgender; describing someone whose gender identity matches the sex they were assigned at birth. In plain terms, not transgender (in social contexts), or describing molecules with matching groups on the same side (in chemistry).
How do you pronounce “cis”?
“Cis” is pronounced sihs (/sɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “cis” in a sentence?
Here is “cis” used in a sentence: “The survey asked respondents whether they identified as cis or trans.”
What is the opposite of “cis”?
The opposite of “cis” — its antonyms — is trans.
What part of speech is “cis”?
“Cis” is an adjective.
Where does the word “cis” come from?
The word “cis” comes from Latin. From Latin cis, "on this side of" — the opposite of "trans", "across" or "on the other side".
Is “cis” a common word?
“Cis” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “cis” have?
“Cis” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: cisgender; describing someone whose gender identity matches the sex they were assigned at birth.
What is the difference between "cis" and "trans" when describing gender?
"Cis" describes someone whose gender identity matches the sex they were assigned at birth, while "trans" describes someone whose gender identity differs from it. Both are adjectives describing a person's relationship to their assigned sex.
What does "cis" mean in chemistry?
In chemistry, "cis" describes a molecule in which two similar groups sit on the same side of a double bond or ring structure. Its opposite, "trans," describes those same groups sitting on opposite sides.
Is "cisgender" the same word as "cis"?
Yes, "cis" is simply the shortened form of "cisgender," and both are used interchangeably as adjectives, as in "a cis man" or "a cisgender man."