What does the cryptic crossword clue "Depressed, shy academic bored by wife (4,4)" mean?

The definition is "Depressed,". The wordplay uses charade, container. CAST (synonym of "shy") + DON (synonym of "academic") + W (synonym of "wife") [container: "bored"]; definition: "Depressed," The answer is CASTDOWN.

Depressed, shy academic bored by wife (4,4)

Guardian Cryptic #29294 | 9 Across | 2024-02-01 flower

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