What does the cryptic crossword clue "Criticism over skill or perseverance (12)" mean?

The definition is "perseverance". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). STICK (synonym="Criticism") + ABILITY (synonym="skill") = STICKABILITY; definition: "perseverance" The answer is STICKABILITY.

Criticism over skill or perseverance (12)

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