pictographic

adjective

Definition of pictographicnext
as in ideographic

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  1. iconographic
  2. hieroglyphic
  3. illustrative
Adjective
  • Its decorative and iconographic complexity are unparalleled, says Esther Rodríguez, one of the co-directors of the investigation.
    — Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 25 June 2026
  • The French designer’s creations draw from a vast iconographic repertoire.
    — Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
Definition of iconographic
Adjective
  • Although the theme of the collection is rooted in antiquity, many of the jewels also took inspiration from modern art such as the ’80s Memphis Movement or, in the case of the hieroglyphic clips, Frank Stella’s geometric shapes and bold colors of the ’70s.
    — Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 12 June 2026
  • Through the use of backlighting, their silhouettes will be thrown onto the facing walls to form a shadow sculpture evoking primitive graffiti or a hieroglyphic-like language.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 9 June 2026
Definition of hieroglyphic
Adjective
  • Those layers, which expand in Heartstopper Forever, are illustrative of Oseman’s approach that appreciates both the evolution inherent to queerness and the coming of age.
    — Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 16 July 2026
  • Any references to academic studies or surveys are for illustrative purposes and should not be interpreted as endorsements.
    — Wes Moss, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of illustrative
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