What does the cryptic crossword clue "Fate when state of mind reversed (4)" mean?

The definition is "Fate". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. reverse of MOOD (synonym of "state of mind") [reversal: "reversed"]; definition: "Fate" The answer is Doom.

Fate when state of mind reversed (4)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3064 | 27 Across | 2020-07-12 flower

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