assorted
Americanadjective
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consisting of different or various kinds; miscellaneous.
assorted flavors; assorted sizes.
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consisting of selected kinds; arranged in sorts or varieties.
rows of assorted vegetables.
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matched; suited.
adjective
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consisting of various kinds mixed together; miscellaneous
assorted sweets
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arranged in sorts; classified
assorted categories
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matched; suited (esp in the combinations well-assorted, ill-assorted )
Other Word Forms
- unassorted adjective
- well-assorted adjective
Etymology
Origin of assorted
Example Sentences
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Venturing out, Beau wanders into a landscape of vicious suburban teenagers, broken war veterans, helpers, hinderers and assorted psychos.
From New York Times
Duke Kincaid, always known as “the Duke,” his several wives and their assorted children and hangers-on could all find places at Hampton Court Palace, or perhaps within Hilary Mantel’s brutal “Wolf Hall” trilogy.
From Los Angeles Times
Ms. Gold fought assorted battles over the years.
From New York Times
Malls can and do represent assorted degrees of relevance and meaning in our culture.
From Salon
Former President Donald Trump continues to weigh in on assorted matters as his quest for reelection to the White House.
From Washington Times
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