Need another word that means the same as “assorted”? Find 19 synonyms and 30 related words for “assorted” in this overview.
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The synonyms of “Assorted” are: miscellaneous, mixed, motley, sundry, various, varied, variegated, varying, diverse, diversified, eclectic, manifold, multifarious, multitudinous, heterogeneous, disparate, different, differing, dissimilar
Assorted as an Adjective
Definitions of "Assorted" as an adjective
According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “assorted” as an adjective can have the following definitions:
- Of various sorts put together; miscellaneous.
- Of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity.
- Consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds.
Synonyms of "Assorted" as an adjective (19 Words)
different | Not the same as another or each other; unlike in nature, form, or quality. On different sides of the issue. |
differing | Not the same as each other; dissimilar. Widely differing circumstances. |
disparate | Containing elements very different from one another. A disparate aggregate of creeds and songs and prayers. |
dissimilar | Marked by dissimilarity. Took different or dissimilar approaches to the problem. |
diverse | Including or involving people from a range of different social and ethnic backgrounds and of different genders, sexual orientations, etc. Celebrities as diverse as Bob Hope and Bob Dylan. |
diversified | Having variety of character or form or components; or having increased variety. A diversified musical program ranging from classical to modern. |
eclectic | Deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources. Universities offering an eclectic mix of courses. |
heterogeneous | Incommensurable through being of different kinds, degrees, or dimensions. A large and heterogeneous collection. |
manifold | Many and varied; having many features or forms. Manifold reasons. |
miscellaneous | Having many aspects or qualities. A miscellaneous crowd. |
mixed | Involving or composed of different races. The film opened last Friday to mixed reviews. |
motley | (of clothing) made up of a variety of colours. A motley crew of discontents and zealots. |
multifarious | Many and of various types. Multifarious activities. |
multitudinous | Too numerous to be counted. The multitudinous array of chemical substances that exist in the natural world. |
sundry | Of various kinds; several. Prawn and garlic vol au vents and sundry other delicacies. |
varied | Incorporating a number of different types or elements; showing variation or variety. Her quickly varied answers indicated uncertainty. |
variegated | Having a variety of colors. Variegated foliage. |
various | Having great diversity or variety. Their environments are locally various. |
varying | Marked by diversity or difference. Varying degrees of success. |
Usage Examples of "Assorted" as an adjective
- Bowls in assorted colours.
- Assorted sizes.
- An arrangement of assorted spring flowers.
Associations of "Assorted" (30 Words)
countless | Too numerous to be counted. She d apologized countless times before. |
dissimilar | Marked by dissimilarity. The pleasures of the romance novel are not dissimilar from those of the chocolate bar. |
diverse | Including or involving people from a range of different social and ethnic backgrounds and of different genders, sexual orientations, etc. Celebrities as diverse as Bob Hope and Bob Dylan. |
diversity | A range of different things. Equality and diversity should be supported for their own sake. |
heterogeneous | Originating outside the body. A large and heterogeneous collection. |
infinity | An infinite or very great number or amount. The transmission approaches 100 as the frequency tends to infinity. |
innumerable | Too many to be counted (often used hyperbolically. Innumerable flags of all colours. |
manifold | Having many different forms or elements. The appeal of the crusade was manifold. |
many | The majority of people. Take as many apples as you like. |
miscellaneous | (of a collection or group) composed of members or elements of different kinds. Miscellaneous accessories. |
miscellany | A group or collection of different items; a mixture. A miscellany of houses. |
mixed | (especially of an educational establishment or a sports team or competition) of or for members of both sexes. Crab on a bed of mixed salad. |
motley | Make motley color with different colors. A motley of interacting interest groups. |
multifaceted | Having many aspects. His extraordinary and multifaceted career. |
multifarious | Having many aspects. Multifarious interests. |
multiple | A number that may be divided by another a certain number of times without a remainder. A multiple fracture of the femur. |
multiplicity | A large number. The demand for higher education depends on a multiplicity of factors. |
multitude | A large indefinite number. Father Peter addressed the multitude. |
myriad | Countless or extremely great in number. Myriads of insects danced around the light above my head. |
numerous | Great in number; many. Numerous times. |
pastiche | A work of art that imitates the style of some previous work. A pastiche of literary models and sources. |
pluralism | The practice of one person holding more than one benefice at a time. |
plurality | The number by which plurality exceeds the number of votes cast for the candidate placed second. A plurality of religions. |
potpourri | A jar of mixed flower petals and spices used as perfume. He played a potpourri of tunes from Gilbert and Sullivan. |
sundry | Of various kinds; several. Prawn and garlic vol au vents and sundry other delicacies. |
varied | Characterized by variety. Her quickly varied answers indicated uncertainty. |
variegated | (of a plant or foliage) having or consisting of leaves that are edged or patterned in a second colour, especially white as well as green. His variegated and amusing observations. |
variety | A collection containing a variety of sorts of things. A variety show. |
various | Different from one another; of different kinds or sorts. Cited various reasons for his behavior. |
variously | In diverse ways. The alternatives that are variously represented by the participants. |