Meaning & Definition of word "Spiked"

Spiked

/spaɪkt/

1. To pierce or impale with a sharp object.
- Example: He spiked the ball over the net during the volleyball game.
2. To add a foreign substance to something, especially to enhance its potency or effect.
- Example: She spiked the punch with some extra alcohol for the party.

1. Having a sharp or pointed end.
- Example: The spiked fence prevented anyone from climbing over.
2. Marked by a sudden increase or sharp rise.
- Example: The company saw a spiked demand for their products during the holiday season.

●The word 'spike' comes from the Old English 'spica' meaning 'a pointed instrument or projection'.

spiked drink:

A beverage that has had alcohol or drugs added to it.

spiked hair:

Hair styled upright with the help of products like gel.

spiked boots:

Footwear with pointed or sharp embellishments, often used in punk fashion.

spike:

A sharp point or projection.

spiking:

The act of adding something to a drink, typically alcohol.

Meaning: To secretly add drugs or alcohol to someone's drink.

● Example Sentence: Be careful, someone might have spiked your drink at the party.

Meaning: To increase suddenly or unexpectedly.

● Example Sentence: The ticket prices spiked after the concert was announced.