What does the cryptic crossword clue "A rebel with intent, rising in scholarly circles (8)" mean?

The definition is "scholarly circles". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. A (abbreviation of "A") + CADE (synonym of "rebel") + AIM (synonym of "intent,") [reversal: "rising"]; definition: "scholarly circles" The answer is ACADEMIA.

A rebel with intent, rising in scholarly circles (8)

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