assortment (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈsɔːrtmənt/

Definition

A collection of various kinds of things, often chosen or gathered together.

Examples

• The store offered a wide assortment of cheeses from around the world.

• She received an assortment of flowers, each one a different color and type.

• The gift basket contained an assortment of gourmet snacks and drinks.

How to Use assortment

an assortment of (prepositional phrase)

A collection of various items. — "The children found an assortment of shells on the beach."

Synonyms of assortment

Words with a similar meaning to assortment:

• variety
• selection
• collection
• mix
• array

Antonyms of assortment

Words with the opposite meaning to assortment:

• uniformity
• homogeneity

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