Synonyms of alfresco

alfresco 1 of 2

adjective

al-ˈfre-(ˌ)skō 

as in outdoor

of, relating to, or held in the open air

during the summer months, the theater company puts on a series of alfresco performances

Synonyms & Similar Words

• outdoor
• open-air
• out-of-door
• outdoorsy
• outer
• exterior
• external
• outside
• outward
• airy
• outermost
• outmost

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• indoor
• internal
• inner
• interior
• inside
• inward
• innermost
• inmost

alfresco

2 of 2

adverb

al-ˈfre-(ˌ)skō 

as in outside

in or into the open air

the restaurant's shaded terrace is highly recommended for those seeking to dine alfresco

Synonyms & Similar Words

• outside
• out
• outdoors
• without

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• in
• inside
• indoors
• within

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of alfresco

Adjective

This 46,000 square-foot outdoor addition creates an unparalleled entertainment complex, blending indoor and alfresco experiences. — Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026

And, unlike an alfresco spritz, spritz nails can be worn year-round as a reminder of warmer nights. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 5 July 2026

Meander the Madoo These winding garden paths in Sagaponack are where painter Robert Dash hosted friends like Willem de Kooning, Alex Katz, and James Schuyler for alfresco artists’ salons in the ’70s. — Lucy Boyle, Curbed, 1 July 2026

Rawlinna and Kalgoorlie Travelers headed westbound stop at Rawlinna, the country’s largest sheep station, for an evening under the stars and an alfresco dinner, weather permitting. — Maryam Siddiqi, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026

Dotted with palm trees, the wraparound yard hosts a large swimming pool with a Baja shelf and a spillover spa, along with several spots ideal for alfresco lounging and entertaining. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 29 June 2026

Shop cooling sheets for the upcoming heat, accent chairs for summer guests, and outdoor dining sets for alfresco dinners—all up to 82 percent off. — Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 27 June 2026

Located on the beach, alfresco dining is a must; with a menu divided and designed for tasting, order a selection of dishes for the table to discover the decadent flavors of Champagne lobster rolls, ishiyaki, sashimi, and more. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 June 2026

The outdoor Pergola Bar & Cafe with alfresco seating for 50 will make its debut July 1, as will the ground-level cocktail bar in the sushi area. — Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 23 June 2026

Adverb

Dine alfresco on the front patio on nicer days; otherwise, the views over the Pacific are stunning inside the restaurant. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026

Aperitivo transitions seamlessly into dinner; all are taken alfresco under the veranda’s shade. — Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026

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