assortment

noun

as·​sort·​ment ə-ˈsȯrt-mənt 

1

a

: the act of assorting

b

: the state of being assorted

2

: a collection of assorted things or persons

Synonyms

• variety
• medley
• jumble
• collage

Examples of assortment in a Sentence

The book has a wonderful assortment of characters.

You can choose from a wide assortment of options.

Recent Examples on the Web

The assortment was curated to reflect and celebrate the brand’s heritage with styles spanning from the ‘70s to the mid 2000s. —Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2025

The assortment of high-end rides includes a rare Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato and a Porsche 911 GT3 RS. —Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2025

November brings with it a stacked assortment of theatrical releases. —Griff Griffin, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025

Kardashian styled her outfit similarly to how Campbell's fashion show look, accessorizing with a black shawl, an assortment of silver statement necklaces and black leather boots. —Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing assortment

• independent assortment
• law of independent assortment

Rhymes for assortment

• comportment
• deportment

Kids Definition

assortment

noun

as·​sort·​ment ə-ˈsȯ(ə)rt-mənt 

1

a

: arrangement in classes

b

: the quality or state of being made up of various kinds

2

: a collection of different things or persons

Medical Definition

assortment

see independent assortment