adjective
spiked
adjective
1
Containing added alcohol or drugs, usually without the drinker's knowledge.
"Police warned festival-goers to watch out for spiked drinks."
2
Fitted with or covered in spikes.
"He wore spiked running shoes for better grip on the track."
How to Use Spiked
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither "secretly dosed with alcohol/drugs" or "covered in sharp points."
Common pairings
spiked punch
spiked hair
spiked shoes
Word Forms
more spiked comparative, most spiked superlative
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