hieroglyphic

(noun, adjective)

adjective

1. resembling hieroglyphic writing

Similar word(s): hieroglyphical

2. written in or belonging to a writing system using pictorial symbols

Similar word(s): hieroglyphical

Sentences with hieroglyphic as an adjective:

- hieroglyphic writing

- hieroglyphic obelisk

noun

1. writing that resembles hieroglyphics (usually by being illegible)

Similar word(s): hieroglyph

Definition categories: communication, writing

2. a writing system using picture symbols; used in ancient Egypt

Similar word(s): hieroglyph

Definition categories: communication, orthography