assorted

adjective

as·​sort·​ed ə-ˈsȯr-təd How to pronounce assorted (audio)
1
: suited especially by nature or character
an ill-assorted pair
2
: consisting of various kinds
assorted chocolates

Examples of assorted in a Sentence

a box of assorted cheeses a box of assorted chocolates
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Many craft liquor brands and assorted businesses, like bitters, are facing challenges, and several, like The Bitter Housewife are quietly closing. Jeanette Hurt, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025 This is your last chance to stock up on Disney Lego builds, sets from Star Wars, Lego Harry Potter scenes, assorted bricks, and so much more for up to 57 percent off. Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 11 July 2025 Among celebrities the 3M Open is bringing in for pro-ams and assorted appearances is former Timberwolves forward Wally Szczerbiak. Charley Walters, Twin Cities, 5 July 2025 While the brand is regionally famed for its fried chicken, pie and assorted Americana comfort food, the Speedway location was also a popular hangout for some of IndyCar's biggest names over the years. Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for assorted

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1797, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of assorted was circa 1797

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“Assorted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/assorted. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.

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assorted

adjective
as·​sort·​ed ə-ˈsȯrt-əd How to pronounce assorted (audio)
1
: consisting of various kinds
assorted cheeses
2
: matching or fitting together
an ill-assorted pair

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