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 of assortment

• 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 Deauville American Film Festival has already unveiled a buzzy lineup of films screening this year, alongside a heavy assortment of stars set to receive honors. — Alex Ritman, Variety, 24 Aug. 2026

Since 1992, Anthropologie has been offering women an assortment of clothing, shoes, accessories, home decor, bridal, furniture and more. — Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 24 Aug. 2026

The costume is offensive and should never have been part of our assortment. — Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 24 Aug. 2026

Behind him sits one of the youngest jurors, attending the trial with lip studs and a rotating assortment of rock band T-shirts. — Andy Rose, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026

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