Answer:

peppered

Answer	Crossword Clue
PEPPERED	Seasoned, in a way
PEPPERED	Added seasoning to
PEPPERED	Showered missiles on.

PEPPERED	Spiced.
PEPPERED	Spiced up
PEPPERED	Beat repeatedly

Crossword

a puzzle consisting of a grid of squares and blanks into which words crossing vertically and horizontally are written according to clues.