spiking

(verb) stand in the way of. Synonyms: spike.

(verb) pierce with a sharp stake or point. Synonyms: transfix, impale, empale, spike. Example: "Impale a shrimp on a skewer."

(verb) secure with spikes. Synonyms: spike.

(verb) bring forth a spike or spikes. Synonyms: spike, spike out. Example: "My hyacinths and orchids are spiking now."

(verb) add alcohol to (beverages). Synonyms: spike, lace, fortify. Example: "The punch is spiked!."

(verb) manifest a sharp increase. Synonyms: spike. Example: "The voltage spiked."