ASSEMBLAGE Synonyms: 131 Similar and Opposite Words

assemblage

noun

ə-ˈsem-blij

Definition of assemblage

as in assembly

a body of people come together in one place an assemblage of onlookers at the construction site

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as in accumulation

a mass or quantity that has piled up or that has been gathered over a period of time tried to sort through the assemblage of ripped wrapping paper and boxes for the missing toy

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as in cluster

a number of things considered as a unit an assemblage of brass candlesticks on the table

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as in collection

an organized group of objects acquired and maintained for study, exhibition, or personal pleasure donated his assemblage of 18th-century miniature paintings to the museum

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Recent Examples of assemblage Often these assemblages of items are tied together in a bundle or bag and may be referred to as hands, mojos, or gris-gris. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 Aug. 2026 But his impressive assemblage of watches began in earnest years later. — Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 Pioneering Los Angeles assemblage artist Betye Saar died Sunday, just a few days shy of her 100th birthday. — Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026 The building’s exterior is an unconventional assemblage of ten sculptural cones clad in stainless steel mesh, onyx, and glass, rising up to 280 feet into the sky. — News Desk, Artforum, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for assemblage

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Noun

During the test, the lock and pivot assembly showed no displacement or structural failure.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026
To sweeten the deal, simple assembly gets you to the lounging part faster.

— Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of assembly

Noun

The gradual accumulation of these substances in the body can disrupt normal physiological functions, ultimately leading to disease, impaired health, and, in severe cases, death.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 Sep. 2026
The method could combat refuse accumulation and provide sustenance in remote or disaster locations — or in space someday.

— Devika Rao, TheWeek, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of accumulation

Noun

Zero Rassvets have reached 500 miles, and none of the second group have climbed above 300 miles, whereas much of the first cluster seems to have settled into stable orbits.

— Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 2 Sep. 2026
Rattlesnake warnings popping up across Texas The cluster of warnings comes as other communities around Texas are also urging residents to watch for rattlesnakes.

— Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of cluster

Noun

Unsurprisingly, the Elie Saab H&M collection plays up after-dark glamour, and just in time for holiday party season, too.

— Tina Isaac-Goizé, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026
The trove of women’s bloomers, drawers, knickers, brassieres, corsets, and girdles is just a small part of the school’s historic clothing collection, with images shared by the University of Wyoming Libraries via JSTOR.

— April White, JSTOR Daily, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of collection

Noun

Mamdani opened the news conference by expressing his condolences to the victims and their families and thanking the officers who responded.

— Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
At the time, the school praised his leadership through UCLA’s conference realignment and his efforts to improve the athletic department’s financial position.

— Ira Gorawara, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of conference

Noun

The gathering brought together leaders of the 10-member bloc, including Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026
The company described its involvement as spanning recovery infrastructure at a combat sports event, community and advisory support at a private athlete gathering, and hydration and cool-down tools at a full-scale festival afterparty.

— Ethan M. Stone, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of gathering

Noun

Founded by Jesse and Ashlyn Gagnon in 2023, Orthodox is an American farmhouse brewery known for its small-batch beers with a distinct Belgian influence.

— John Magsam, Arkansas Online, 28 Aug. 2026
This week’s batch includes new albums from Turnstile, Erykah Badu and the Alchemist, Interpol, and more.

— Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of batch

Noun

The rare meeting underscored Washington's willingness to reopen high-level diplomatic channels with Moscow, even as European allies have intended to keep the nation isolated while the war continues.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026
The board is expected to appoint poll workers, approve the notice of election and hold a public test of voting equipment during upcoming meetings in September.

— Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 1 Sep. 2026

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