assorted

American  

[uh-sawr-tid] / əˈsɔr tɪd /

adjective

1. consisting of different or various kinds; miscellaneous.

   assorted flavors; assorted sizes.

2. consisting of selected kinds; arranged in sorts or varieties.

   rows of assorted vegetables.

3. matched; suited.

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assorted British  

/ əˈsɔːtɪd /

adjective

1. consisting of various kinds mixed together; miscellaneous

   assorted sweets

2. arranged in sorts; classified

   assorted categories

3. matched; suited (esp in the combinations well-assorted, ill-assorted )

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Other Word Forms

• unassorted adjective
• well-assorted adjective

Etymology

Origin of assorted

First recorded in 1790–1800; assort + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Lily removes the lid, revealing assorted glue sticks, washi tape, bags of multicolored feathers, and gel pens.

From Literature

On the ground were bags, sacks, head pans, and baskets, full of assorted goods including foodstuffs and live chickens.

From Literature

And yet for a century — going back to 1928 — we’ve had the Great Depression, wars, terror attacks, assassinations, pandemics, assorted unrest and other market shocks.

From MarketWatch

Footage obtained by TMZ shows Sweeney climbing up the Hollywood sign to help string up a clothesline of assorted bras across the familiar landmark.

From Los Angeles Times

You always knew the menagerie was nearby because the smell turned from swampy to wood shavings, wet fur, and assorted musty scents.

From Literature

Related Words

• sundry