Logographies refer to systems of writing that are based on symbols or characters rather than letters or sounds. Some synonyms for logographies include ideographies, pictographies, and hieroglyphics. Ideographies are systems of writing that use symbols to represent ideas or concepts, rather than specific words or sounds. Pictographies, on the other hand, use pictures or drawings to represent words or phrases. Hieroglyphics are a type of logography that was used by the ancient Egyptians and consisted of a complex system of symbols and pictures. In modern times, logographies are still used in various forms, such as in the international system of road signs or in emojis used in digital communication.