zap

(noun) a sudden event that imparts energy or excitement, usually with a dramatic impact. Example: "They gave it another zap of radiation."

(verb) strike suddenly and with force. Example: "This show zaps the viewers with some shocking scenes."

(verb) kill with or as if with a burst of gunfire or electric current or as if by shooting. Synonyms: vaporize. Example: "In this computer game, space travellers are vaporized by aliens."

(verb) strike at with firepower or bombs. Synonyms: nuke, atomize, atomise. Example: "Zap the enemy."

(verb) cook or heat in a microwave oven. Synonyms: microwave, micro-cook, nuke. Example: "You can microwave the leftovers."