What does the cryptic crossword clue "Even in extremes showing ability to survive is to be admired (8)" mean?

The definition is "admired". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). EN (synonym="‘ E ve N in extremes’") + VIABLE (synonym="‘ability to survive’") = ENVIABLE; definition: "admired" The answer is ENVIABLE.

Even in extremes showing ability to survive is to be admired (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29145 | 16 Down | 2023-08-10 flower

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