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

Choose from a big assortment of polish, gift sets, treatments and polish for kids. —ABC News, 11 Apr. 2026

Many one-time couch potatoes no longer watch TV in such fashion, so the outlets looking for new viewers need to use a broader assortment of media opportunities to drive interest. —Brian Steinberg, Variety, 10 Apr. 2026

And many contain an amazing assortment of super nutritious foods like quinoa, kale, beans and spinach. —Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026

This might now be the best and most diverse assortment of rims in any racing game, and Gran Turismo 7 is no slouch. —Adam Ismail, The Drive, 8 Apr. 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