assorted

adjective

as·​sort·​ed ə-ˈsȯr-təd 

1

: suited especially by nature or character

an ill-assorted pair

2

: consisting of various kinds

assorted chocolates

Synonyms of assorted

• eclectic
• varied
• mixed
• diverse
• miscellaneous

Examples of assorted in a Sentence

a box of assorted cheeses

a box of assorted chocolates

Recent Examples on the Web

Guiducci is prioritizing movie stars, nominees and (hopefully) winners while clearing the room of outside media, reps, sponsors and the assorted industry suits who’ve long treated the party as a networking event. —Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 11 Mar. 2026

Her lyrics declared independence from clingy lovers and assorted social expectations, often through analogies inspired by technology. —Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026

Every one of the top six risks is related to mis/disinformation and assorted climate and environmental disruptions. —Michael Chertoff, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Mar. 2026

But prior to that, our appetite for Mars' musical bars could only be fulfilled with his assorted pairings. —Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1797, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing assorted

• ill-assorted

Rhymes for assorted

• aborted
• comported
• consorted
• contorted
• deported
• distorted
• escorted
• exhorted
• exported
• extorted
• imported
• purported

Kids Definition

assorted

adjective

as·​sort·​ed ə-ˈsȯrt-əd 

1

: consisting of various kinds

assorted cheeses

2

: matching or fitting together

an ill-assorted pair