What does the cryptic crossword clue "Faithful without pretence (5)" mean?

The definition is "Faithful". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). EX (synonym of "without") + ACT (synonym of "pretence"); definition: "Faithful" The answer is EXACT.

Faithful without pretence (5)

Times Cryptic #29009 | 22 Across | 2024-08-30 flower

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