Word
assorted
Phoneticsas·sort·ed, stress on the second syllable
US/əˈsɔɹtɪd/
UK/ɐsˈɔːtɪd/
Definition
adj. consisting of various types of things mixed together. You use this to describe a collection where the items are different from each other.
adj. consisting of various types or sorts; miscellaneous. Typically used attributively to describe a collection of diverse items within a single category.
Examples
“The box contains assorted chocolates.”
“She bought a bag of assorted buttons to finish her sewing project.”
“The gift basket was filled with assorted gourmet cheeses, crackers, and fine wines from across the Mediterranean region.”
Examples
simple
“The box contains assorted chocolates.”
contextual
“She bought a bag of assorted buttons to finish her sewing project.”
complex
“The gift basket was filled with assorted gourmet cheeses, crackers, and fine wines from across the Mediterranean region.”
Usage
Typically used attributively before a noun to describe a variety of items.
Real-World Examples
“Along with carrier bags and other assorted rubbish, objects start to reveal themselves as the undergrowth thins.” “Soon other townspeople are saddling Sasquatch with assorted crimes.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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