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

At the time, my wardrobe consisted mostly of neon backless shirts and tank tops, and an eclectic assortment of flip-flops, both formal and informal. —Alisha Fernandez Miranda, People.com, 5 Aug. 2025

The company, which has become known for its homey aesthetic and assortment of fruit spreads, herbal teas and baking mixes, shared a black-and-white photo of the duchess wearing a sun dress and wide-brimmed hat alongside its celebratory message. —Edward Segarra, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2025

By trading Ryan Helsley, Phil Maton and Steven Matz for an assortment of prospects, Mozeliak hopes he’s accomplished that, though the organization likely won’t see the true payoff from these trades for multiple seasons. —Katie Woo, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2025

Day-To-Day Use Our back yard is surrounded by towering pines and an assortment of other trees, including a crabapple. —Brad Moon, Forbes.com, 31 July 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