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 kaleidoscopic assortment of breads, including lovely flatbread and rye, at the breakfast buffet deserves mention as well, as does the excellent room service menu. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026

And if teak is already the material du jour of your backyard assortment, a set of these can perfectly complement the frame of your current outdoor sectional. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 3 Aug. 2026

Both come with an outstanding assortment of dishes, tailored to the time of year. — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 3 Aug. 2026

Considering Banks’ filmography spans 50 years and includes Breaking Bad’s assortment of highly celebrated villains, Dalton knew the weight of such a statement. — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 31 July 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