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

Head to either spot, and choose your own assortment—white, milk, dark, or sugar-free—along with nut barks, jellies, truffles, and clusters. —Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 26 Nov. 2025

That way, Macy’s can pivot on assortment and pricing. —Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 26 Nov. 2025

Our merchants have curated an assortment that includes more than 20,000 new items, nearly half of which are available only at Target. —Cara Sylvester, Fortune, 26 Nov. 2025

The Miami Hurricanes’ defense has managed to remain one of the top units in college football in Year 1 under new defensive coordinator Corey Hetherman despite dealing with an assortment of injuries. —Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 25 Nov. 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