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

For those still seeking the line’s heritage products, Johnnie-O still offered a wide assortment of golf apparel as well as a Lodge collection of casual sportswear. —Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026

The grit of ’70s American grunge and the street style codes of New York City serve as the inspiration for the men’s assortment. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Feb. 2026

What once used to be a job requirement and mission has been replaced by an assortment of other priorities, namely playing time, addressing a list of parental concerns, and money. —Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Feb. 2026

Instead, a suitcase and a random assortment of clothes disappeared along with her. —Kristine Phillips, IndyStar, 5 Feb. 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