Spiky refers to something that has sharp, pointed projections or features, often appearing in the form of spikes or protrusions. It can be used to describe both physical objects, like plants with thorns or animals with spines, and abstract qualities, like a person’s attitude or a tense situation. The Indonesian equivalent of “spiky” is “berduri” or “tajam.” Synonyms for “spiky” include prickly, thorny, sharp, pointed, jagged, and spined.
Sentences using “spiky”:
- The cactus had spiky thorns that could cause injury.
- She wore a spiky hairstyle that caught everyone’s attention.
- The spiky leaves of the plant made it difficult to handle.
- His spiky personality made it hard to get along with him.
- The spiky edges of the rock made climbing dangerous.
- The spiky armor of the creature protected it from predators.
- The spiky texture of the fabric irritated my skin.
- The spiky fence around the property deterred trespassers.
- His spiky remarks made the conversation uncomfortable.
- The spiky weather conditions caused disruptions to travel plans.
Related words for “spiky”:
- Sharp
- Thorny
- Prickly
- Pointed
- Jagged
- Needle-like
- Spined
- Barbed
- Harsh
- Uneven
Phrasal verbs related to “spiky”:
- Stick out
- Prick up
- Spike up
- Rip through
- Stick to
- Break off
- Get under the skin
- Put up (a defense)
- Burst out
- Cut off
Idiomatic expressions for “spiky”:
- On edge
- Walking on eggshells
- A thorn in one’s side
- To be sharp-tongued
- To prick someone’s conscience
- To be at a sharp angle
- To have a rough edge
- A hot potato
- To have a short fuse
- A difficult pill to swallow
