a rocket firework that ascends into the air and explodes at a height, usually in a brilliant array of sparks of one or more colors.

Also called scarlet gilia. a plant, Ipomopsis aggregata, of the phlox family, native to western North America, having finely divided leaves and clusters of red, trumpet-shaped flowers.

an organized group cheer, usually led by a cheerleader, as at a football or basketball game, which begins with a hissing or whistling and ends with a shout.

to rise or increase rapidly or suddenly, esp. to unexpected or unprecedented levels

Prices skyrocketed during the war.

to cause to rise or increase rapidly and usually suddenly

Economic changes have skyrocketed prices.

to thrust with sudden dramatic advancement; catapult

Talent has skyrocketed him to fame.

verb

arise , ascend , catapult , escalate , go through the ceiling , go through the roof , lift , rise , rocket , shoot , shoot up , take off , tower , vault up , zoom , sky