Logography refers to symbols or characters used to represent words. Some synonyms for logography include pictograph, ideogram, glyph, symbol, and character. Pictographs use pictures to represent words or ideas, while ideograms use symbols or abstract representations. Glyphs are visual symbols that can represent entire words or concepts. Symbols can be more general and refer to any sign or representation used to convey a message. Finally, characters are symbols or letters used in writing systems to represent sounds or words. All of these terms refer to the use of visual representations to convey meaning, which is the essence of logography.