What does the cryptic crossword clue "Compelling reform of phony movement out of control (8)" mean?

The definition is "Compelling". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of PHONY (synonym="PHONY") + TIC (synonym="movement out of control") = HYPNOTIC; definition: "Compelling" The answer is HYPNOTIC.

Compelling reform of phony movement out of control (8)

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