1
as in variety
an unorganized collection or mixture of various things
an assortment of nails at the bottom of my tool box
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in diversity
the quality or state of being composed of many different elements or types
we were disappointed in the small clothing store's lack of assortment
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of assortment
De Kluyver dreamt up three off-kilter looks utilizing Byredo’s assortment of colorful cosmetics.
—
Kiana Murden, Vogue, 15 Feb. 2026
The former chief guest experience officer will oversee product, assortment and design.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
The shop has treated the beloved convertible to its usual assortment of performance upgrades and outfitted it with a new electric folding roof.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 13 Feb. 2026
The assortment includes fine jewelry, highlighted by a collaboration with Hoorsenbuhs, and the Puma x Nahmias Suede sneaker partnership.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for assortment
Kiana Murden, Vogue, 15 Feb. 2026
The former chief guest experience officer will oversee product, assortment and design.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
The shop has treated the beloved convertible to its usual assortment of performance upgrades and outfitted it with a new electric folding roof.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 13 Feb. 2026
The assortment includes fine jewelry, highlighted by a collaboration with Hoorsenbuhs, and the Puma x Nahmias Suede sneaker partnership.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for assortment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assortment
Noun
-
What’s more, embroidered bedding is versatile for a variety of bedroom styles.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
13 Feb. 2026
-
Short grain Arborio rice (the same variety used for risotto) is the ideal rice for this pudding because the grains are short and starchy; as the rice cooks, the starch transforms the milk and water into a thick, rich sauce.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
At a time of mounting concern over the lack of diversity in Silicon Valley — dominated by white men — Jackson successfully pressured Uber to release demographic data showing its staff was overwhelmingly male.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
-
Some leaders, producers and directors were not amused by Goldberg, saying her remarks were insulting and dismissive of a serious fight to gain diversity within the motion picture industry.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
A week after reviving her Prince routine to honor fans during a meet at Minnesota, Chiles seamlessly transitioned back at Pauley Pavilion to her energetic routine set to a medley of hits by icons Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, Stevie Wonder and Tina Turner.—
Los Angeles Times Staff,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2026
-
True to form, a medley of diamond jewelry and a black leather handbag rounded out Rihanna’s Valentine’s Day look.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Footwear News,
15 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
Macaroons are chewy jumbles of coconut bound together with egg whites and sweetened condensed milk.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
-
The result also spotlights conference championships’ awkward fit in the current system, particularly given the fact that conference expansion has led to jumbles atop each league’s standings.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
7 Dec. 2025
Noun
-
Portraits, politically charged tabletop collages and quiet photographs that capture the simple vibrance of daily life are strewn across Regen’s 20,000 square feet of gallery space.—
Steve Appleford,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
-
Across the room, the cutting humor and satirical whimsy of Crystal Denise Gillion’s collages cannot be ignored.—
Anya Sesay,
jsonline.com,
16 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Assortment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assortment. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
