Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Addressing Kelly with firmness (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "with firmness". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TO (synonym="TO") + NED (synonym="Kelly") = TONED; definition: "with firmness" The answer is TONED.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Addressing Kelly with firmness (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is TONED.