1. in a manner having sharp points or projections
2. in an irritable or hostile manner
Usage: informal

Examples

• The cactus grew spikily along the desert path.
• Her hair stuck up spikily after the windy ride.
• He responded spikily to the criticism.
• She spikily defended her decision to quit.
• The hedgehog’s quills protruded spikily from its back.
• The conversation ended spikily with both parties upset.