Synonyms for

Tis

Verb / tɪz / Another word for tis — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A contraction of it is.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Informal

it's

Literary

'tis

Antonyms

is exists lives endures persists remains

Common collocations

  • 'tis said
  • 'tis true
  • 'tis done
  • 'tis a far cry
  • 'tis a pity
  • 'tis a shame
  • 'tis a long time

Usage note

'Tis is an archaic contraction of 'it is'. It is rarely used in modern English except for stylistic effect in literature or to evoke a sense of the past.

Example sentences

  1. Tis the season to be jolly!
  2. Tis a shame that we cant go to the park today.
  3. Tis the first day of school and I am so excited!
  4. Tis not the size of the dog in the fight, but the size of the fight in the dog.
  5. Tis the truth, I swear!

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