What does the cryptic crossword clue "As expected, not betraying class (4,2,4)" mean?

The definition is "As expected". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TRUE (synonym="TRUE") + TO (synonym=""not betraying"") + FORM (synonym=""class"") = TRUETOFORM; definition: "As expected," The answer is TRUETOFORM.

As expected, not betraying class (4,2,4)

Guardian Cryptic #29082 | 25 Across | 2023-05-29 flower

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