pergolas

noun

plural of pergola
as in awnings

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pergolas
  1. awnings
  2. roofs
  3. arbors
  4. canopies
  5. tents
  6. ceilings
  7. bowers
  8. pavilions
Noun
  • The lucky ones have shutters or awnings, but others must climb stepladders to hang sheets or tablecloths from windows.
    — Henry Grabar, The Atlantic, 27 June 2026
  • There are also several design iterations, like options with awnings over the front door or skylights, as well as different materials, including cotton.
    — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2026
Definition of awnings
Noun
  • Such strategies include building green roofs and courtyards to help with shading and air circulation, and using dense materials such as concrete or brick that can stabilize indoor temperatures in heat.
    — Ignacio Calderon, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • The heat wave sweeping across the country will hit several World Cup locations, including New Jersey, Kansas City, and Philadelphia, where stadiums lack roofs and air-conditioning.
    — Nancy Walecki, The Atlantic, 2 July 2026
Definition of roofs
Noun
  • Trellises and arbors supporting vines also contribute to a sense of intimacy and seclusion.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 27 May 2026
  • This backyard takes a more elaborate approach with a series of arbors wrapped in string lights leading the way to the firepit area.
    — Marisa Donnelly, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2026
Definition of arbors
Noun
  • The events, located in the heart of the country's largest city at the start of the Fourth of July weekend, are expected to be highly secure affairs, with road closures, tents and canopies to keep the nuptials private and safe.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 July 2026
  • No canopies allowed, but bring blankets and chairs for fireworks viewing.
    — Elizabeth Green, AJC.com, 25 June 2026
Definition of canopies
Noun
  • Fourth of July Camping Deals With markdowns on functional tents, sleeping bags, and rechargeable lanterns, there’s no better time to snag camping essentials.
    — Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026
  • Thunder and torrential rain just before Holy Communion forced the ceremony to pause, sending those without umbrellas or ponchos seeking shelter beneath tents.
    — Noah LaBelle, NPR, 2 July 2026
Definition of tents
Noun
  • Building Heritage Pierluigi was 85 at the time, but the house was designed to be versatile and future-proofed, including high ceilings and large windows.
    — Zoë Dare Hall, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
  • Rustic-grade oak covers the floors, walls, and ceilings, creating a warm, continuous interior.
    — Bridget Borgobello July 03, New Atlas, 4 July 2026
Definition of ceilings
Noun
  • Urban bowers also had nearly five times as many decorations as rural ones, averaging 90 items per bower compared to 20 for the rural birds.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 2 June 2026
Definition of bowers
Noun
  • On the National Mall this week, Freedom 250 signs pointed visitors toward temporary state pavilions, a Ferris wheel and mobile, transitory history exhibits.
    — Luke Fountain, CNBC, 3 July 2026
  • Look closely, and the pavilions really did tell the story of America, if perhaps not quite in the way organizers intended.
    — Rob Crilly, The Washington Examiner, 30 June 2026
Definition of pavilions
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“Pergolas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pergolas. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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